Photo by John Flores
The deployment of thousands of federal agents in Minneapolis has sparked a siege of violence and sowed fear across the Twin Cities since the new year.
Here’s how some cooperatives and organizations are working together, building power and supporting their community in this time of political repression:
- Healthcare Reparations Cooperative has launched the ICE Out Living History Project which aims to “uplift and center the stories of survival for the communities and individuals most impacted by Operation Metro Surge and the current racist structural violence”
The co-op has also been advocating for the removal of ICE at their local Hennepin County Health Center - Shared Capital Cooperative is offering 3 months forbearance (no repayment necessary for 3 months) to any borrower in Minnesota
- Paper Moon Childcare Co-op offered drop-in childcare for during ICE Out protests and will continue this offering on Fridays for Minneapolis parents going forward
Over 700 businesses including worker co-ops closed operations participating in the January 30 General Strike in Minneapolis. May Day Cafe worker co-op closed for business and instead offered a community meal to those participating in the direct action in need of a meal.
The USFWC stands with our members and cooperatives everywhere demanding accountability, safety, and respect for human rights. If you’re a business or business association, join our call to Congress to defend our civil rights here.
Support these cooperatives on the ground by donating on their websites and contributing to Minnesota grassroots immigrant organizing at standwithminnesota.com
