Pro immigrant activist Gloria Saucedo dies

The immigrant community mourns the death of leader activist Gloria Saucedo who died on Dec. 31, 2025 at 1 am. She was 75 years old. 

For more than 40 years, Saucedo was the face of Hermandad Mexicana Transnacional in Los Angeles and surrounding areas. The organization was dedicated to represent and support immigrant and Latino communities. She was an avid supporter of immigration reform and spearheaded several marches and protests throughout the years. 

Her family confirmed her passing, surrounded by her loved ones in San Diego, California. 

In the statement, the family said Saucedo played a key role in the March 25, 2006 iconic march against H.R. 4437, which criminalized undocumented immigrants for lacking citizenship and entities like clinics, churches and nonprofits that assisted them. 

Between half a million and a million people walked the streets of L.A. in protest against the bill. 

A few months later on May 1st she also played a key role in the “A Day Without Immigrants” march which also had more than half a million people protesting. Both marches are considered some of the biggest social movements in the United States.

In social media, activists that worked hand in hand with Saucedo sent their prayers to the family. 

Salvador Sanabria, director of the nonprofit El Rescate, described Saucedo as a tireless advocate for the human rights of immigrant people and a courageous voice in the fight for justice, dignity, and legalization.

“Gloria dedicated her life to speaking up for those who often were unheard, leaving an indelible mark on our community and every cause she stood firm and heart,” said Sanabria. “Her legacy lives on in every step we take toward a more just and inclusive future.”

Alianza Americas, a nonprofit based in Chicago helping immigrants, especially Salvadorians, said Saucedo’s legacy “lives on in the movement she helped build and the countless lives she touched.”

Saucedo is survived by her husband Francisco Moreno, her four children and nine grandchildren who are continuing her legacy, according to the statement. 

The family said the details for the funeral service will be provided once they have them.