Who We Are

Building Power Together

Workers Against Oppression is a student-run organization that acts to organize and mobilize the populace against injustice placed upon the people. We focus on ICE resistance, coalition building, and connecting people to resources.

Our Story

History of the Organization

The Beginning

A2 Against ICE

Originally known as A2 Against ICE, our organization was created by college students in Washtenaw County. Born out of frustration with the lack of community-building focused activist organizations, we decided to fill that void.

Evolution

Expanding Our Focus

As we grew, we recognized that the fight against oppression extends beyond immigration enforcement. Economic injustice, racial discrimination, and international solidarity all demand our attention and action.

Today

Workers Against Oppression

Today, we are Workers Against Oppression — a coalition-building organization that stands against all injustices facing the workers of the world. We connect people to resources, organize community actions, and build solidarity across movements.

What Drives Us

Core Values

As Workers Against Oppression, we stand against all injustices facing the workers of the world. We stand in solidarity with all those facing oppression — be it racial, economic, or international.

People Power

We believe power belongs with the people. Our goal is to build coalitions that center community voices and collective action.

Solidarity

We stand united across racial, economic, and national boundaries. An injury to one is an injury to all.

Direct Action

We believe in organizing, mobilizing, and taking concrete steps toward justice — not just raising awareness but creating change.

Community First

We prioritize connecting people with the resources they need — food, housing, legal support, mental health services, and more.

Education

We educate and inform. Knowledge is power, and we work to help people understand their rights and the systems that affect them.

Equity

We fight for equitable living conditions, fair wages, and equal opportunity for all people regardless of background.

Our Positions

Principles

1

Economic Oppression

We at Workers Against Oppression stand strongly against the vast economic disparity the people of America face. We believe programs such as D.E.I, FAFSA, Affirmative Action, and a livable minimum wage must be reinforced to create more equitable living conditions for the working class.

2

Racial Oppression

We at Workers Against Oppression stand in solidarity with all racial groups facing persecution. All people, no matter the background, deserve to be valued by our society. We oppose all forms of racial discrimination and work to dismantle systemic racism in our communities.

3

International Oppression

We stand with oppressed workers and communities across the globe. We oppose imperialism, unjust military interventions, and foreign policies that prioritize corporate interests over human lives. International solidarity is not optional — it is essential.

Our Goals

What We're Working Toward

Build Coalitions

Unite organizations, students, and workers across Washtenaw County into a powerful, coordinated collective.

Educate & Empower

Provide know-your-rights workshops, resource guides, and political education to empower our community.

Take Direct Action

Organize rallies, protests, and community events that create real, tangible change in people's lives.

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Stand With Us

Our fight is your fight. Join Workers Against Oppression and help build a future rooted in justice, solidarity, and people power.