Santa Monica, CA – March 22, 2025 — Several hundred people marched through the streets of Santa Monica on Saturday during the March for Humanity, a landmark event organized by the Mexican American Policy and Advocacy Alliance (MAPAA) in collaboration with regional allies, immigration advocates, and West Los Angeles leaders.
The event, which ran from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM, began at Santa Monica College, proceeded down Pico Boulevard, cut through Tongva Park, and concluded at the Santa Monica Pier. The march brought together immigrant rights stakeholders, community leaders, and Westside influencers to call for dignity, safety, and respect for immigrant families.
The day featured a peaceful march, a rally with speakers and performances, and a resource fair offering support services and educational materials. Organizers described the event as a platform to amplify voices advocating for immigrant rights while fostering cross-cultural unity and understanding.
“We are at a critical moment for our people and our nation,” said Daniel Alonzo, MAPAA Co-Founder and originator of the March for Humanity. “The March for Humanity is more than an event—it’s a movement to reclaim the narrative around immigration and to build bridges of understanding and compassion across cultures. We are calling on all who believe in pursuing justice, restoring dignity, and reclaiming our humanity as people, as a Nation, and as a species.”
The march marked a significant moment for immigration advocacy on the Westside, with participants emphasizing the need for policy reform and renewed focus on compassion and equity in the national dialogue.
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