Tell your representatives: Vote No

In the coming days, the European Parliament will vote on the Deportation Regulation - a law that could bring ICE-style deportation practices to Europe.

This proposal risks expanding detention, enabling deportations to countries people have never even been to, and increasing policing powers that can lead to discrimination based on skin colour.

Many Members of the European Parliament are still undecided on how they will vote. 

From the leaflets we placed outside their offices to the EUobserver ads we’re running in the news they read every morning, politicians are starting to see the same message everywhere: Vote No.

But one voice can help tip the balance - yours.

Use the box to send a short message to your representatives and ask them to vote no on the Deportation Regulation.

Suggested points to include:

Here’s what can still influence Members of the European Parliament to make up their minds before this vote.

Many of them have strongly criticised the far right and the abuses linked to ICE-style deportations in the past. They don’t want to be associated with either. 

That means messages from Europeans reminding them of these concerns can really make them think twice before voting. You could:

• Ask them clearly to vote no on the Deportation Regulation. 

• Raise concerns about ICE-style deportation practices, including expanded detention and deportations to countries people have never even been to. 

• Mention the political risk: democratic parties across Europe have pledged to stand firm on their values and not be influenced by the far right to shape policy. 

• Appeal to European values such as dignity, safety and justice.

Last tip: Be personal and respectful. Decision-makers are more likely to listen when they receive thoughtful messages explaining why an issue matters to them.

Thousands of people across Europe are already speaking out. Your message can help tip the balance before the vote. Thank you.