New ‘People’s Migrant School’ in Hartford connects UConn to community
The University of Connecticut, along with the Hartford Deportation Defense, launched the first session of the new ‘People’s Migrant School’ in Hartford.
CT faith leaders, advocates press lawmakers to protect immigrants
As state legislators inside the Capitol in Hartford discussed the possibility of a special session on Monday, faith leaders and immigrant advocates rallied outside the building, urging the lawmakers to prioritize immigrant safety.
CT groups host first ‘Families Belong Together’ Day of Action
Connecticut organizations came together for a day of action on Oct. 11 to help immigrant families.
Connecticut refugees fear for their right to remain in the U.S.
Amid recent mass deportations, travel bans, and visa program cancellations, Connecticut’s diverse refugee communities are living in fear that their
Bill passed in CT legislature bars police from handcuffing youths in most cases
After being sentenced to 10 years in prison at the age of 18, Jordy Ojedis has become an advocate for
A lack of immigration lawyers in CT means big court backlogs
On a Tuesday afternoon in a Hartford courtroom, a small crowd of about 20 people waited to be called before
CT lawmakers scrap child tax credit for middle class — again
Program to help the working poor covers basic needs and increase savings.
The perforated wall between church, state and community
Community Member Doris A. Maldonado Méndez shares about the ripple effects of federal budget cuts.
CT coalition supports ‘Right to Vote’ legislation
Initiative helps advance legislation giving lawful permanent residents voting rights – despite federal challenges to immigrants’ rights.
A Betrayal of American Values—The Dangerous Consequences of Declaring English the Official Language
By dismantling language access protections, the federal government is effectively discriminating against millions.
Connecticut Residents Show Strong Support for Tax Credit Benefiting Family Caregivers
The survey highlights the financial and logistical challenges encountered by the approximately 420,000 unpaid caregivers in Connecticut.
Advocates: Lawmakers must strengthen CT immigration law
More than 20 groups have signed a letter to Connecticut’s General Assembly calling on lawmakers to strengthen the state’s immigration law, the Trust Act.