Witness For Justice

Courtwatch for Immigrant Justice.

Because Justice Demands Witnesses.

Why Court Observation Matters

Even before masked government agents began waiting outside the halls of immigration court waiting to arrest people who were showing up for their appointments, immigration court was confusing, overwhelming, and hidden from public view.

Court observers play a vital role in making sure what happens in these courts is not unseen—and not forgotten. By joining Witness for Justice, you help expose what’s happening inside immigration courts, especially as families and children disappear into a system with little public oversight. Together, we can demand a fairer, more humane system.

Our volunteers help:

Promote public accountability and transparency in immigration courts
Raise awareness about the lack of judicial independence in immigration adjudications
Document due process violations and the politicization of proceedings
Amplify the voices and stories of court observers to bring visibility and strength to these critical issues

Join Us

What is Witness for Justice?

Witness For Justice is a volunteer-powered initiative that trains people across the country to observe immigration court proceedings and report on what they see. Our goal is to restore visibility and accountability to a system designed to operate in the shadows—and to ensure no one faces immigration court alone and unseen.

We train people from all walks of life – advocates, artists, parents, educators, people of faith and conscience, students, and community leaders – to observe immigration court proceedings and document what they see. Together, we’re building a collective force ensuring that no one faces immigration court unseen or unheard.

Through collaboration with local legal service providers, Witness for Justice strengthens – not duplicates – existing court observation and monitoring efforts. By connecting volunteers, data, and storytelling, we’re exposing systemic injustices and amplifying the call for a fair and humane immigration system.

Amplify Stories, Shift Narratives

Your story matters. Immigration court watch isn’t just about legal expertise—it’s about witnessing with intention and sharing from the heart. When you share what you saw—what moved you, what broke your heart, what made you act—you spark awareness, inspire action, and hold power to account.

Whether you write, speak, paint, perform, or post – your story matters. Together, our stories become a force for truth. Explore our resources below to help amplify the stories of immigrants and shift hurtful narratives that divide us.

Amplify Acacia’s digital storytelling content by sharing with your friends, family, and coworkers on Instagram, TikTok, and LinkedIn.
Explore and share our educational materials that clarify common misconceptions about immigration proceedings and the latest news.
Subscribe to our newsletter to stay up to date on the latest ways to support our work.
Use your voice and creativity to share why this work is so important to you. Host a gathering, make art, post to your friends and have diffucult conversations. It makes a difference!

Take Action

Receive urgent alerts and opportunities to influence policy
Participate in campaigns defending due process, funding for legal services, and immigrant rights
Participate in legislative actions, petitions, and comment drives by state or issue

How you can get involved

Whether you’re an artist, a therapist, a parent, a law student, a person of faith, or the child of immigrants—your story matters. Help us bear witness. Help us shift the narrative.

Sign up to Volunteer: Receive court observation training and get matched to a docket.
Bring Your Community: Host a gathering, organize a creative share session, or co-lead a local action rooted in your story.
Stay Connected: Get opportunities, resources, and invitations to deepen your involvement.

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