From There To Here

Are you ready to confront one of the most enduring humanitarian crises of our time?

The book "From There To Here: The U.S. Immigration Crisis and the Making of a Sanctuary Movement" takes you to the 1980s, a time when common citizens fought against their government in order to defend society's most defenseless members.

The story begins with Central American refugees, fleeing violence, war, and oppression in their home countries, only to face rejection from a government that labeled them as "economic migrants" rather than refugees deserving of protection. These refugees were left without hope, their cries for sanctuary dismissed.

But there was a flicker of hope. A quiet yet powerful movement of resistance began to take shape, fueled by compassion, courage, and the moral conviction that human lives mattered more than government policies. Churches, synagogues, and other institutions became safe havens, opening their doors to refugees in defiance of harsh immigration laws.

The stakes were high. These brave activists and religious leaders risked arrest and persecution for offering sanctuary to those in need. They faced the possibility of imprisonment, yet they stood firm, knowing that their actions might just change the future of U.S. immigration policy.

But would their voices be heard? Could they truly shift the tide of a nation's stance on refugees?

In this compelling book, you'll witness how the sanctuary movement not only challenged oppressive policies but also reshaped the conversation on asylum, sanctuary, and human rights in the U.S. You'll see how, despite strong government opposition, this defiance resulted in significant legal and cultural changes.

In the end, the fight for sanctuary continues, as the struggles that push people to flee violence-inequality, poverty, and instability-remain ever-present. Can we rise to the challenge and continue to build a compassionate future for refugees and displaced people worldwide?

Will we stand up for the vulnerable, just as the sanctuary movement did, or will we turn a blind eye once again?