Preserving the Memory of

At AFMD, we are committed to honoring deportation victims through education, remembrance, and awareness. Our mission integrates the lessons of the past into our collective consciousness, shaping our present and future behaviors. Guided by our core values of historical accuracy, respect, and community engagement, we reflect and act proactively. Our educational programs equip individuals of all ages with the knowledge to understand deportation’s complex history and its impact on families and communities. This education empowers future advocates for human rights and social justice, enabling informed choices and action. We express our commitment to remembrance through impactful initiatives, including commemorative events, collaborations with local artists and historians, and careful preservation of personal stories from those affected by deportation. By amplifying these voices, we foster empathy and compassion, essential for healing and progress. Additionally, we raise awareness about deportation’s ongoing consequences by engaging diverse communities, encouraging dialogue, and facilitating conversations. We believe awareness leads to action and change, creating a more inclusive environment. Through our efforts in education, remembrance, and awareness, we aim to preserve this vital history for future generations, instilling the importance of humanity and the need to stand against injustice, ultimately cultivating a just and equitable society.