Date: Thursday 17 July
Time: 6.30pm – 7.30pm
Location: on Zoom
Registration: at the bottom of this page

On Thursday 17 July, you’re invited to take part in the online launch of the National Day of Solidarity to End Immigration Detention 2025. Taking place on 18 October, at Derwentside Immigration Removal Centre, this is our annual call to action to end immigration detention and stand with those still inside.

Why this matters

Fatou’s story is not unique. Every day, thousands of people are routinely detained in immigration detention centers across the UK, in prison-like conditions simply because they don’t have the right passport or visa, or for seeking safety. Held time limits and without knowing when they will be released, detained people face isolation, trauma, and severe harm to their mental health. This system is cruel, unnecessary, and must end. That’s why we are coming together on 18 October to say “enough is enough”! 

Our friend Fatou was released from detention last week, having spent over two months detained. She was threatened with removal three times. Taken to the airport. Her lawyers working around the clock to block the removal. Of her experience, she says: “They’re treating me worse than a murderer… I’m mentally losing it.”

What will the session on 17 July cover?

We’ll introduce plans for the National Day of Solidarity on 18 October 2025, a day of coordinated action across the country. The session will include:

• Clear information for showing up & showing solidarity at Derwentside IRC – including arrangements for travel from various cities across the UK
• Practical ways to take action, both locally and nationally
• Guest speakers sharing first-hand experiences and insights
• A space for questions, discussion, and connection
  

Join us on 17 July to find out how you can be part of the movement and help build momentum toward a powerful day of nationwide action.

#TheseWallsMustFall