More than 500 people from a coalition of women’s groups gathered at the Capitol Monday to amplify the voices of immigrant women and show that women’s voices are essential to immigration policy reform. Advocates are asking Congress to remember that immigrant women are vital contributors to the American economy and to advance policies that defend women and families and support healthy families for strong communities.

In support of that goal, Senator Mazie Hirono (HI) presided over a historic, full hearing of the Senate Judiciary Committee on how comprehensive immigration policy reform should address the needs of women and families. Advocates packed the hearing room to offer support for reform that advances women and families, overflowing into an additional room to view the hearing live via television.