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Actions / Alerts South Asian Network (SAN) marches in solidarity with over a million people on May day... May 1, 2006 was a watershed event in the history of Los Angeles’ movement for economic and social justice. Over a million people from all background joined in calling for an end to workers exploitation and fair and dignified immigration reforms. Different languages projecting the diversity of Los Angeles were unified in calling for full civil and human rights for all. The presence of the larger South Asian community continues to be minimal at best. Immigration remains to be seen as a latino issue in the eyes of many South Asians even those who either directly or their families would be severely affected by any new policy being discussed by congress. Issues of backlog ranging from 13 to 21 years in certain cases of family based visa petition, the granting of authority to local police to enforce immigration laws, declaring undocumented immigrants felons and those assisting them in time of need, the elimination of lottery visa, extreme restrictions on asylum based adjustment are some of the harsh measures now on the table in Washington. Unless the community raises its voice, their issues will remain invisible. Unfortunately, the leadership in the community continues to fail in its responsibility to speak out on issues of critical nature that affect the lives of thousands amongst us. Whether it is out of political and economic interest, such attitudes of disconcern set us further back in our collective hope for a dignified and respectful life in the United States.
The March was led by the LOS ANGELES TAXI WORKERS ALLIANCE (LATWA), courageous taxi workers who are standing up to harassment and exploitation. LATWA is a partnership between taxi drivers of Los Angeles and South Asian Network, Legal Aid Foundation of Los Angeles and the Asian Pacific American legal Center. These taxi workers – many of them South Asian – are an example to our community to stand up for their rights.
Since March 25th, millions in Los Angeles have come together to express their outrage at the criminalization and exploitation of immigrants. This current wave of millions standing up against racism and hate is a vivid reminder of past struggles for civil and human rights in the U.S. SAN has been an active participant in the current fight for justice. It’s time for other South Asians to join this movement.
For further information please call SAN at 562-403-0488 or www.southasiannetwork.org Posted on April 26, 2006 JOIN US FOR THE NATIONAL DAY “WITHOUT AN IMMIGRANT” IN SOLIDARITY WITH WORKERS & IMMIGRANTS AROUND THE WORLD IN COMING TOGETHER TO CALL FOR FULL CIVIL AND HUMAN RIGHTS OUR VOICE IS OUR STRENGTH TOGETHER WE CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE LET US MARCH AND SHOW OUR PRESENCE! (Look for the SAN banner) MAY 1, 2006 WHERE: MacARTHUR PARK 675 S. Park View - UCLA Downtown Labor Center (between 7th & Wilshire, across from MacArthur Park) WHEN: 3 PM For further information please call Sumaiya or Hamid at 562-403-0488 email: sumaiya@southasiannetwork.org or www.southasiannetwork.org South Asian Network (SAN) is a grass roots community based organization dedicated to advancing the health, empowerment and solidarity of persons of South Asian origin. Fundamental to our mission is the equality for all communities. 18173 Pioneer Blvd. Suite I · Artesia, CA 90701 · Phone (562) 403-0488 · (800) 281-8111· “bridging communities, empowering people” |
