Every day at Delaney Hall in Newark, countless individuals face uncertain and often terrifying conditions, as they are held in detention away from their families and communities. This ICE facility is emblematic of a broader system that many argue is fundamentally broken and inconsistent with our values of compassion and justice. We know that the detention of individuals in facilities like Delaney Hall is not just a logistical issue but a humanitarian crisis that deserves our urgent attention.

The presence of ICE in our community has created a climate of fear that extends far beyond the walls of Delaney Hall. Families are living in constant anxiety, knowing that a loved one could be detained without notice, disrupting lives and splintering communities. Here in Newark, we have a responsibility to stand up against practices that undermine our commitment to human dignity and freedom.

Moreover, targeting individual facilities for closure is a crucial step in challenging and dismantling this oppressive system. Delaney Hall is a part of a network that profits off the detention and dehumanization of people, and it's imperative that we call for its closure as an essential move towards meaningful reform. Closing this facility would send a powerful message that our community does not support the detention of immigrants under such conditions.

It's time for us to act decisively. Shutting down Delaney Hall in Newark is not the end goal, but a significant step towards reimagining a system that respects the rights and dignity of all individuals, regardless of their status. We need to advocate for alternatives that offer support and compassion, rather than detention and fear.

Join our call to shut down Delaney Hall's ICE Detention Center. Stand with us as we fight for justice, dignity, and the rights of immigrants in our community. Please sign this petition to demand action from our local leaders to close Delaney Hall and help build a more just and equitable future for everyone.