New Campaign 'Am I Next?' Launches to Support Victims of ICE Raids

'Am I Next?' New Campaign Launched in Los Angeles

In a bold move to raise awareness about recent federal immigration raids, three significant institutions in Los Angeles are set to launch the 'Am I Next?' campaign. This public initiative seeks to highlight the solidarity with those affected by these raids, bringing attention to the ongoing threat against civil rights.

On November 6, 2025, at 5 p.m., a press conference will unveil billboard-sized illuminated images prominently displayed on the facades of notable downtown buildings. Key figures, including actors Edward James Olmos and George Takei, will be present to support this essential cause, which questions the safety of every resident when individuals are detained without regard for their constitutional rights.

The striking images, sized approximately 20 by 30 feet, will showcase the faces of Angelenos, alongside brief narratives of their neighbors who have been detained, including American citizens. For many, this movement serves as a clarion call: if basic rights can be taken from one, who is truly safe?

Miguel A. Santana, President and CEO of the California Community Foundation (CCF), expressed the urgency of the campaign, stating, "We ask the question, 'Am I Next?' because when basic rights are taken away, anyone can be taken away, for any reason. If anyone's right to speak, protest or create can be stripped, we are all in danger. Until justice is restored, no one is safe."

The power of art marries with community activism in this project, emphasizing that the rise in immigration enforcement poses a threat not just to those targeted but to the fundamental democratic fabric of society. Partnering alongside CCF are LA Plaza de Cultura y Artes, the Japanese American National Museum (JANM), the Museum of Latin American Art (MoLAA), and the Social and Public Art Resource Center (SPARC). These institutions will display the compelling visuals in highly frequented areas in downtown Los Angeles, Long Beach, and other parts of the Westside.

In addition to the billboards, the initiative will expand as other organizations project similar images in the weeks following the launch. A dedicated campaign website will also enable community members to upload their own photos in support, amplifying the message of solidarity across the city.

At LA Plaza de Cultura y Artes, the exhibit will boast contributions from over 30 local artists, featuring large-scale digital pieces and neon artworks that collectively affirm the importance of belonging within the diverse tapestry of Los Angeles. Leticia Rhi Buckley, CEO of LA Plaza, remarked, "At a time when diversity is under attack, our mission has never been more urgent. We remain responsive to what is happening in Los Angeles."

Renowned actors Edward James Olmos and George Takei have lent their voices to the project, reinforcing the message that the symbols of shared humanity and courage need protection against emerging injustices. Reflecting on the moral imperative to act, Takei stated, "Few stood up for Japanese Americans when they were unjustly incarcerated. We have the moral responsibility to stand up for others today."

The projection of these impactful images will begin nightly at 6 p.m. on the CCF building located at 717 W Temple St, Los Angeles. Community members eager to take action can visit the campaign website, which will go live at 6 p.m. on November 6 at AmINextLA.org. This initiative is not just a call to awareness; it is a community rallying for justice and protection of rights shared by all.

In a time fraught with challenges to civil liberties, campaigns like 'Am I Next?' stand vital in ensuring that the voices of the oppressed are not silenced.