NILC’s Freedom to Thrive Podcast Nominated for Best Podcast – Belonging & Inclusion in the 30th Annual Webby Awards

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April 8, 2025 

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NILC’s Freedom to Thrive Podcast Nominated for Best Podcast – Belonging & Inclusion in the 30th Annual Webby Awards  

Fans Can Vote Online to Help NILC Win Internet’s Top Honor: vote.webbyawards.com 

WASHINGTON — The National Immigration Law Center (NILC) is proud to announce that its Freedom to Thrive podcast has been nominated for best Podcasts – Belonging & Inclusion in the 30th Annual Webby Awards. 

Fans across the globe can vote for this category from now until April 16 at https://vote.webbyawards.com/PublicVoting#/2026/podcasts/shows/belonging-inclusion  

“The Freedom to Thrive podcast provides a much-needed space for conversations that elevate the experiences and contributions of immigrants in the U.S. and where our communities can come together to feel seen and heard,” said Kica Matos, NILC president. “At this critical moment in our country’s history, this space and our stories are needed more than ever to combat vile attempts to dehumanize and scapegoat our communities. We are thrilled to receive recognition for this significant work from the Webby Awards.” 

NILC’s Freedom to Thrive Podcast is powering pro-immigrant narratives one story at a time. Through conversation with immigrants, children of immigrants, cultural influencers, artists, activists and people at the center of policymaking. Season two of the podcast is hosted by co-founder of Las Cafeteras band, Hector Flores, and brought guests like comedian Cristela Alonzo, farmworkers’ rights activist Dolores Huerta, Palestinian actor and comedian Mo Amer, and rising country artist Bryan Andrews, among more.  

The Webby Awards Winners will be announced on Tuesday, April 21, 2026. 

About The National Immigration Law Center  

Established in 1979, the National Immigration Law Center (NILC) is one of the leading organizations in the U.S. exclusively dedicated to defending and advancing the rights of low-income immigrants. At NILC, we believe that all people who live in the U.S. should have the opportunity to achieve our full potential. Over the years, we’ve been at the forefront of many of the country’s most pressing immigration issues, and we play a major leadership role in addressing the real-life impact of policies that affect the ability of all of us to prosper and thrive. 

About The Webby Awards
Hailed as the “Internet’s highest honor” by The New York Times, The Webby Awards is the leading international awards organization honoring excellence on the Internet, including Websites and Mobile Sites; Video & Film; Advertising, Media & PR; Apps & Software; Social; Podcasts; AI, Immersive & Games; and Creators. Established in 1996, The Webby Awards received nearly 13,000 entries from all 50 states and over 70 countries worldwide last year. The Webby Awards are presented by the International Academy of Digital Arts and Sciences (IADAS). Sponsors and partners of The Webby Awards include Adobe, WP Engine, LinkedIn, Verizon, Meltwater, KPMG, NAACP, Vox Media, The Wall Street Journal, Deadline, AdAge, TechCrunch, The Hollywood Reporter, Film Independent, The Hustle, Series Mania, VidCon, The Podcast Show, Passionfruit, Embedded, Morning Brew, Creator Economy NYC, Creator Spotlight, AIGA, and The Publish Press. 

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