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Sing lullabies to #ReuniteEveryChild

Join us in a multifaith effort to raise awareness about children still separated from their families.

#FactsMatter

Why don't undocumented immigrants just "get in line"?

Challenge Media

Tell Hypocrites That Family Migration is the Reason They're Here


Define American uses genealogy to expose anti-immigrant hypocrites.

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Create Media

Water Warrior


In a video partnership with Shondaland, Define American's Monica Medellin reveals the cultural roots of surfing.

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#ImmiGrad


Salute the next generation of American graduates!

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What You Can Do NOW to Reunite Immigrant Families

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It’s time for a new conversation about immigrants and identity in America. Why do people come to this country? What does it mean to be undocumented? What does it mean to be a good citizen?

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Define American is a non-profit media and culture organization that uses the power of story to transcend politics and shift the conversation about immigrants, identity, and citizenship in a changing America.

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Tell media outlets their words matter, and terms like
”illegal immigrant" and "illegal alien" are unacceptable.

Our Films

Learn about Define American film projects “Documented” and “White People.”

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With over 500 children still alone in federal detention, the family separation crisis is not over. Join us & for a Week of Witness from Sep 7-16 to bring awareness and keep fighting for families. #ReuniteEveryChild

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