Community Leaders at Colorado State Capitol Address the Impact of Federal Immigration Enforcement

Описание: On Friday, February 20, 2026, community leaders, advocates, and residents from across Colorado gathered at the Colorado State Capitol for a community-led press conference examining the impact of federal immigration enforcement on families, small businesses, and neighborhood safety.

The press conference brought together advocates, nonprofit partners, faith leaders, creatives, small business owners, and leaders representing AANHPI, Latino, Black, Indigenous, and LGBTQ+ communities. The event centered lived experiences while outlining practical, community-driven approaches grounded in care, accountability, and public safety.
Speakers will provide firsthand perspectives on how immigration enforcement policies affect daily life for Colorado families and communities and will emphasize the importance of cross-community collaboration and highlight hyper-local strategies that empower neighbors to support and protect one another. The event also spotlighted grassroots mutual aid initiatives and rapid response networks that provide trusted information, accompaniment, and timely resources to help families remain informed, prepared, and connected.

This press conference takes place during the first week of Lunar New Year, a season honoring family, renewal, and hope. The timing underscores a shared principle: every family deserves the opportunity to celebrate, gather, and plan for the future without fear. When one community experiences instability or harm, the effects extend across our broader civic and economic fabric.

Community members, allies, and partners are encouraged to attend. Whether by sharing accurate information, supporting mutual aid efforts, engaging with rapid response networks, or standing in visible solidarity, collective action strengthens community resilience and affirms a shared commitment to dignity, safety, and opportunity for all.

Speakers:

Jeanette Vizguerra: Immigrant rights leader, mother, and nationally recognized advocate whose organizing has focused on protecting immigrant families and advancing community-centered responses to deportation.

Javier Mabrey: Colorado State Representative and community advocate committed to advancing policies grounded in equity, dignity, and public safety for all Coloradans.

Nita Gonzales: Community organizer and advocate working at the intersection of immigrant justice, worker protections, and neighborhood-based support systems.

Danielle SeeWalker: Indigenous artist, storyteller, and activist whose work uplifts Indigenous resilience, truth-telling, and solidarity across movements.

Stephen Brackett: Musician, cultural worker, and longtime activist who uses art and music to amplify movements for justice and collective liberation.

Neal Walia: Founder of Lotus Public Affairs, LLC, a Denver-based public affairs firm advancing immigrant, racial, and social justice. A leader in Colorado’s Indian American and broader South Asian community, he serves as a Commissioner on the Denver Asian American Pacific Islander Commission.

Tran Nguyen-Wills: Community organizer and advocate bridging Denver’s diverse communities. She champions cross-cultural collaboration, equitable access to resources, and initiatives that strengthen resilient, thriving neighborhoods. A recognized leader in the Colorado AANHPI community, Tran is committed to inclusion, innovation, and community-led change.

Colorado Rapid Response Network Representative: A representative from Colorado’s Rapid Response Network will provide information on community-based strategies that offer real-time support, trusted resources, and accompaniment during immigration enforcement activity.