Immigrant rights organization FIEL Houston is calling on the community to gather in solidarity for Emmanuel Gonzalez Garcia, a 15-year-old boy with autism currently held in a children’s detention center.
Advocates say Emmanuel has been unjustly separated from his mother, who is now pleading for his release. In response, FIEL is organizing a vigil and community prayer on Friday, October 17, at 7 p.m. outside the detention facility located at 5556 Gasmer Dr., Houston, TX 77035.
“We must show Emmanuel and his mother they are not alone,” the organization said in a statement.
Community members are encouraged to attend the vigil, bring candles, water, or snacks, and help spread Emmanuel’s story. FIEL is also accepting donations to support the family’s reunification efforts through a GoFundMe campaign.
For more information on how to support, visit fielhouston.org/donate or the family’s GoFundMe page.
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