by UF Young Democratic Socialists of America
The University of Florida (UF) students demand that ICE get out of our Swamp!
UF is directly collaborating with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). The UF Police Department (UFPD) participates in federal immigration enforcement through the 287(g) agreement, which empowers local law enforcement to act in a similar capacity to ICE agents.
This partnership endangers campus safety and the wellbeing of our international and immigrant students. We demand that UF listen to its students and take action to protect our community.
YDSA demands:
The rescinding of the current 287(g) agreement between UFPD and ICE, be effective immediately.
The readmission of students in good standing who have been deported by ICE.
The expansion of UF legal services to immigrant and foreign students, including but not limited to the hiring of immigration attorneys and advisors, as well as partnerships with third-party organizations such as the ACLU or National Lawyers Guild.
Requiring UF to send alerts to students through UF Alert when immigration enforcement officers are on campus.
Guarantees to the civil liberties of students, faculty, and staff.
Guarantees to the safety and well-being of all workers on campus.
The provision of trainings and resources by the University of Florida to all students in order to ensure that they attend and graduate UF knowledgeable on their rights as residents of the United States.
If you have any questions regarding the campaign please reach out to: Ufydsa21@gmail.com or follow them on Instagram: @uf_ydsa