A migrant-led collective organizing for full status, labour rights, and migrant justice in Newfoundland and Labrador. We believe in collective power, not charity.
MAC organizes from the understanding that the systems producing migrant precarity are political choices, not natural facts. They can be challenged. They can be changed.
Empires crumble, capitalism is not inevitable, gender is not biology, whiteness is not immutable, prisons are not inescapable, and borders are not natural law.
- Harsha Walia
At the Migrant Action Centre (MAC), our mission is to empower and unite migrants, allies, and communities in Newfoundland and Labrador, organizing for migrant rights, and social justice. We are dedicated to dismantling systems of oppression and promoting equitable opportunities for all, regardless of status in Canada (or the lack thereof), occupation, nationality, ethnicity, or background.
We strive to:
MAC envisions a future where all individuals have the freedom, dignity, and resources to thrive in a society that values equity, compassion, and justice. Together, we stand unwavering in our commitment to fight for migrant rights, uplift marginalized voices, and create lasting change in Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada, and beyond.
MAC is committed to promoting sustainable practices and solutions that protect the environment, conserve resources, and respect the rights and needs of future generations.
MAC endorses economic models based on cooperation, collaboration, and shared ownership. The organization supports the development of worker-owned cooperatives, community-owned enterprises, and other alternatives to traditional capitalist systems.
MAC promotes the practice of mutual aid, encouraging the sharing of resources, skills, and knowledge among members and allies. This helps to create self-sufficient, resilient communities and fosters solidarity among participants.
MAC operates with openness and accountability, providing clear communication to its members and supporters about its goals, actions, and decision-making processes.
MAC opposes capitalist systems that exploit workers and perpetuate inequality, and instead supports the development of alternative, cooperative economic models.
MAC acknowledges the interconnected nature of oppression and strives to address the intersecting forms of discrimination faced by migrants and other marginalized groups.
MAC is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment that welcomes and values the voices of all individuals impacted by migration.
MAC believes in addressing harm and conflict through transformative justice practices, which prioritize healing, dialogue, and systemic change over punitive measures. This approach fosters a culture of understanding, accountability, and deep-rooted transformation.
MAC recognizes the importance of fostering strong, interconnected communities in order to create lasting change. The organization is committed to nurturing relationships among members and allies, and creating spaces for collaboration, learning, and growth.
MAC is committed to raising awareness about migrant injustices and promoting a deeper understanding of the root causes and potential solutions.
MAC is dedicated to challenging and dismantling colonial structures and systems, which have historically contributed to migrant injustices and continue to do so today.
MAC respects the autonomy of migrants and supports their right to make decisions about their lives, without external coercion or control.
MAC advocates for dismantling systemic barriers and addressing historical and ongoing oppression faced by marginalized communities, including migrants. This approach acknowledges that equal treatment alone is insufficient, and that tailored solutions are needed to achieve true equity and social justice.
MAC opposes hierarchical structures and systems of domination, including state control and corporate power. The organization strives to create a society where power is distributed evenly and people are free from coercion and exploitation.
MAC supports the implementation of direct democracy, encouraging the active participation of all members in shaping the organization's goals and strategies. This fosters a sense of collective responsibility and empowerment within the movement.
MAC values decentralized, participatory processes where all members have an equal say in the organization's decisions. This fosters collective ownership and ensures that decisions are made with the best interests of the community in mind.
MAC recognizes the impact of environmental degradation on vulnerable communities, including migrants, and is committed to fighting for environmental justice and sustainability.
MAC believes in the power of grassroots activism and supports the use of direct action to challenge and dismantle systems of oppression.
MAC aims to provide migrants with the necessary tools, knowledge, and resources to assert their rights and participate in the struggle for social justice.
MAC emphasizes the importance of collective action and mutual support among migrants and their allies in order to create a strong, unified movement.