In response to a recent series of raids by Immigration and Customs Enforcement officials, arrests and deportations in the Greater Lansing area, Michigan State University’s progressive student organization Amplifx hosted a screening of the documentary Crossing Arizona, and fundraiser for the newly-formed No Human Is Illegal Network (NHIIN).

The screening, sponsored by Campus Progress, was held on November 20th at the East Lansing Public Library. There was a good turnout, despite a sudden snowfall that took Michigan by surprise.

Crossing Arizona showcases what happens when border policy fails everyone, focusing on those directly involved. From local ranchers and humanitarian groups to the armed minutemen who patrol the border area, Crossing Arizona reveals the complicated web of failed immigration and border policy in the United States.

During the film, a representative from NHIIN explained objectives for local victims of raids. Families of those deported have been left extremely vulnerable, having lost their main breadwinner and in some cases not being able to communicate with them. Guests were invited to participate in a raffle, donate food items and donate directly to the over 70 individuals that have detained over the past few weeks.

For more on the film, visit www.crossingaz.com