This was not a protest, this was a prayer. The walk carried “shared prayers for protection, dignity, healing, and love for undocumented and migrant relatives under attack,” bringing together communities from many nations, cultures, and stories in collective ceremony and solidarity. Guided by prayer, song, banners, offerings, and water gathered from sacred places and homes, participants crossed through the Ballard Locks with the support and leadership of Shane Lou Moses and the Muckleshoot Tribe, honoring the belief that “before change can come into this world, it must first be carried in prayer, intention, and spirit.” The gathering also connected prayers across coasts, with Borikua relatives in Brooklyn walking in unity at the same time, reminding everyone that “no human being should live in fear.” It was an honor to document a day rooted in ceremony, protection, and deep love from so many communities.
