Friend,

On Wednesday, October 15, Alejandro, a beloved member of the Knoxville community, an ally to Jobs with Justice of East Tennessee, and active member of Allies of Knoxville’s Immigrant Neighbors (AKIN) was abducted by ICE while attending a routine appointment. Jobs with Justice condemns the continued kidnappings of our immigrant coworkers and stands with all communities working to end this violent deportation machine.

Alejandro is currently being held in ICE custody in the state of Louisiana. His friends, community members, and allies are urgently asking for your help.

TAKE ACTION FOR ALEJANDRO

1. Donate to support Alejandro’s legal fees at gofund.me/85b235711.

2. Call the Louisiana Regional Ice Office at (504) 599-7800 and demand his immediate release.

3. Amplify his story!

Follow allies and community groups on the ground in Knoxville for updates and more ways to take action:

@weareakin

@iceoutofetn

@tnimmigrant

@citycouncilmovement

In Solidarity,

Michaela

Organizer

Jobs with Justice

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