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Thursday, June 05

The Importance of Separation Ordinances

This week, Minneapolis saw how an environment of out-of-control immigration enforcement casts suspicion on all law enforcement activities, prompting community outcry. No one wins - not the terrorized community and not the law enforcement agencies trying to investigate serious violent crime. Separation ordinances are one solution. The Advocates has released a policy brief exploring why these ordinances are central to effective public safety and cohesive communities.

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The Advocates represents people in the Upper Midwest who are seeking asylum, detained by immigration, unaccompanied children, or trafficking victims.

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The Advocates represents people in the Upper Midwest who are seeking asylum, detained by immigration, unaccompanied children, or trafficking victims.

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Volunteers engage in hands-on human rights work, helping accomplish critical research and advocacy and transforming themselves into advocates for human rights.

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Tuesday, June 24, 2025
5:00 PM - 8:30 PM

Human Rights Awards Dinner

Saturday, June 28, 2025
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Twin Cities Pride

Friday, July 4, 2025

Pro Bono Immigration Roundtable

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Rooted in deep expertise and strong relationships, we address some of the most intractable human rights issues.

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research and
advocacy.

Rooted in deep expertise and strong relationships, we address some of the most intractable human rights issues.

Our Priorities

Over 25 years, we have witnessed the dramatic difference that accessing the right to education has made in creating opportunities and changing the lives of SPCS students, their families, their community, and their country.

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