Radio helping to empower migrants against ICE

The media has played a very important role in informing the migrant community about their rights and what they can do in the event of a raid, which have recently intensified.

An indigenous radio station, like Radio Bilingüe, has stood out for its work in helping our community during these days when immigration operations have been more intense and violent.

Jorge Ríos, General Manager of Radio Indígena 94.1 FM, Oxnard, CA, shares how the radio station seeks to inform and empower listeners so they can protect and defend themselves when encountering ICE agents.

Jorge Ríos, General Manager of Radio Indígena 94.1 FM, Oxnard, CA, says that in the face of fear and uncertainty when a raid is imminent, he recommends staying calm.

Jorge Ríos, General Manager of Radio Indígena 94.1 FM, Oxnard, CA, explains that they are supporting not only the migrant community but also migrants in various indigenous languages and reminding them of their rights.

He even says that if they have legal documents in the US, they should know how to act and prevent people from being indiscriminately taken away in raids.

Jorge Ríos, General Manager of Radio Indígena 94.1 FM, Oxnard, CA, says that many people have sought them out, for example, Mixtec speakers. In this regard, he recalls that as a station, they helped many members of indigenous peoples from Mexico during the raid three months ago in Ventura, CA.

Jorge Ríos, General Manager of Radio Indígena 94.1 FM, Oxnard, CA, emphasizes that one of the most important forms of support is legal advice.

So now you know, you have rights—learn about them and exercise them.