DID YOU KNOW? 

In 1924 the US banned immigration from Asia and created limited numbers of immigrants permitted from other countries. By setting quotas based on the 1890 census the act strategically and legally prioritized immigrants from northern and western nations. These national origin quotas would continue until 1965. 

1924 is a time in history where it was blatantly written BY LAW — how to discriminate against communities of color.

We talk about discrimination, racism, key moments in history that are still affecting our communities today and the 1924 Immigration Act sent a CLEAR MESSAGE of who belonged and who wasn’t welcome in the United States.

We still feel this sentiment TODAY — 100 years later.

WHY 1924 MATTERS NOW. WHY UPRISERS CARES.

CHAPTER ONE was launched on May 26, 2024 #WeAre1924 with a goal to capture 100 portraits of American immigration stories by May 2025. As a lifestyle brand committed to building a more sustainable future we know how important it is to learn from our history so that we can build a better future.

The 1924 Immigration Act took people and turned them into statistics and case numbers, robbing them of their identity and erasing the impact of immigrants on America’s development and culture.

When we explore history through the lens of our own families, not only are we strengthening the understanding of our identity but history feels more relatable and present.

Our hope is that by facilitating these community conversations around global migration patterns, we can deepen our understanding and empathy for the complexities of the American immigration experience.

Together these stories show us how far we have come and provide direction on the work we have to do towards an even better tomorrow.

STAND UP FOR IMMIGRANTS! JOIN #WeAre1924: CHAPTER TWO

We feel called to grow our project to honor the voices, stories and legacies of U.S. immigrants in the face of increased stereotyping and persecution, especially under the current Administration’s hostile, punitive stance toward immigrants.

We wish to capture 100 portraits and 100 stories from across the U.S., starting in regions of the country that aren’t often nationally recognized:

THE SOUTHWEST
THE SOUTH
AND THE MIDWEST

We also wish to honor and support the activists and communities who have been tirelessly working to protect U.S. immigrants most vulnerable to discrimination and deportation.