LAN’S FIGHT TO STAY
UPDATE: On December 13th, 2024, we had the incredible action “NOT ONE MORE! Action to Defend Our Communities from Deportation + Criminalization” with hundreds in attendance—a powerful community win for Lan and her fight to stay, but also for our community that is resisting the oppressive systems trying to break us down (including FJAH’s fight for clemency, BIJAN’s fight for a world where all are free from borders and cages, and so many others). This victory isn't just for Lan, it's for everyone in our community.
We are currently pursuing a different legal avenue for Lan’s relief from deportation. At this time, we are asking her supporters to stay updated as her case develops and be ready to support if needed. We appreciate everyone’s support so much!
Action Toolkit
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Louder for Lan: A Podcast Series
We made a narrative podcast series about Lan, her organizing, her family, and her fight to stay.
As Mentioned On:
SAMPAN , The only bilingual Chinese-English newspaper in New England
Dorchester Reporter , A weekly community newspaper for Dorchester, MA
Prism , An independent and nonprofit news outlet led by journalists of color
Listening Guide for Louder for Lan
Louder for Lan: The Listening Tour
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Who is Lan?
Lan is a Vietnamese refugee, mother of 9, community organizer, and long time resident of Dorchester who now lives in Quincy.
She is facing an impending deportation at the end of 2024, and we’re mobilizing support for her campaign to get relief.
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What is the listening tour?
We made a narrative podcast about Lan, her organizing, her family, and her fight to stay.
We’re touring it around Boston and Massachusetts to spread Lan’s story and mobilize support for her campaign to get a federal pardon.
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How can I support?
Reach out to Dianara at dianara@aarw.org if you are interested in bringing Lan’s story to your community, campus, business, or group!
If you can’t support the listening tour, there are other ways to support our campaign and Lan’s Fight to Stay.