The numbers tell a story. The people behind them remind us why it matters.

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Across Harrisonburg, Rockingham County, and the Shenandoah Valley, immigration enforcement has created fear, uncertainty, and profound challenges for families, workplaces, and neighborhoods. Yet understanding the full scope of these actions requires more than individual accounts. It requires reliable information, careful analysis, and a willingness to examine what is happening in our communities.

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COSPU's immigration enforcement research brings together government records and community-centered analysis to identify patterns, examine enforcement practices, and provide a clearer picture of their local and statewide impact.

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This research is not simply about counting arrests or detention records. It is about asking important questions:

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Who is being affected?

Where are enforcement actions concentrated?

What do official classifications actually mean?

And how can this information help communities advocate for fair, humane, and accountable policies?

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We invite community members, journalists, researchers, public officials, and advocates to explore our findings, review the underlying data, and join the conversation.

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Read the report. Examine the evidence. Understand the impact. Help build a more informed and accountable community.