Freedom Vigils

Hundreds gather for the weekly vigil outside of Alligator Alcatraz in the Florida Everglades. Solidarity vigils have begun in Tallahassee, Sarasota, and Orlando.

Learn more about the November 1 – 2 “Disappeared in America” Weekend of Action to join us at a vigil or create your own

Highlights of press coverage

Alligator Alcatraz snaps back to life after judge’s reprieve of migrant jail
The Guardian, Richard Luscombe, October 7, 2025

Religious leaders, Amnesty International USA hold vigil to call for Alligator Alcatraz’s closure
WLRN Public Media/AP News, Sergio R. Bustos, September 21, 2025

Crecen en EU los movimientos de solidaridad con inmigrantes
La Jornada, David Brooks, September 5, 2025

Shut it Down, Every Sunday they come to pray outside Alligator Alcatraz
Miami Herald, Lauren Constantino, August 20, 2025

Faith leaders rally weekly at Alligator Alcatraz, urge humane treatment for detainees
Naples Daily News/Gannett News, August 10 story