As an organization that believes in the value of shared humanity, our mission of cultivating conditions for enduring peace and freedom transcends political boundaries. The issues we work on–addressing labor exploitation, transforming conflict, and advocating for racial justice and equity–remain salient, irrespective of the party in power.
After the votes had been counted in a high turnout election, Donald Trump and JD Vance have been declared President-elect and Vice President-elect of the United States, poised to take office in January. We congratulate Kamala Harris on her historic candidacy and for honoring her commitment to our democratic principle with her concession.
As an organization that believes in the value of shared humanity, our mission of cultivating conditions for enduring peace and freedom transcends political boundaries. The issues we work on–addressing labor exploitation, transforming conflict, and advocating for racial justice and equity–remain salient, irrespective of the party in power.
The results of this election reflect the will of U.S. voters. Yet, the election cycle took place against a backdrop of heightened racist and incendiary rhetoric and extreme political polarization. Donald Trump’s win is a reminder that his first term as President four years ago marked a significant step backward in the fundamental freedoms this country holds dear, characterized by sweeping policy changes – from the U.S. withdrawal from the Global Compact for Migration and the Paris Climate Agreement to shifts in immigration enforcement that created new challenges for human trafficking survivors and those at risk. We also saw increased violence, toxic polarization, and targeted dehumanization campaigns against migrants and LGBTQ+ communities, the securitization of Central American migrants, and the creation of physical and legal barriers to immigration into the U.S.
As citizens of our democratic nation, we have a responsibility to hold the incoming Trump administration and Congress accountable by demanding that our elected officials show unwavering commitment to democratic principles and respect for human rights, as well as take action to promote a more just society within the U.S. and abroad. We must also hold the government accountable to urgently halt the provision of weapons that are fueling genocide in Gaza, as well as to concretely address other crises such as the ongoing war in Sudan. Our leaders have a moral imperative to advocate for human rights-centered policies and work to heal the deep social and political divides severing our country. Those committed to peace and freedom must be focused more than ever on ensuring that survivors and communities most vulnerable to conflict and exploitation have access to the support they need as we navigate this transition.
Regardless of our country’s leadership, Humanity United will continue to use the tools we have at our disposal — convening power, advocacy, strategic communications, and intentional grantmaking — to help shape how U.S. government institutions approach labor rights, domestic and foreign policy, and transitional justice. We remain hopeful in our communities’ power to build congressional support, maintain strong civil society coalitions, and strengthen local partnerships.