The dangers faced by migrants and asylum seekers—in their countries of origin, en route to another country, and upon arrival in the U.S.—continue to be of grave concern. Our report this month focuses on the treacherous journey and the frequent obstacles to safety. Judicial Order to Return Children: A U.S. District judge in San Diego has ordered that government agencies reunite all separated migrant children with their parents, within 14 days for those under the age of 5 and 30 days for … [Read more...]
Kenia’s Story: Fleeing Domestic and Gang Violence
Growing up with domestic violence as a child and then threatened by gang violence as an adult, Kenia has lived a life of severe and ongoing trauma. Yet her inner strength and a mother’s passion to protect her child steeled her for an arduous journey north from Honduras, and brought her to the U.S.–Mexico border to seek a safer, better life. When Kenia arrived at the KBI comedor with her four-year-old son Josue last month, she had fled a history of violence in her native Honduras, most … [Read more...]
KBI July Announcements
The KBI’s annual gathering of teen advocates, Kino Teens Leadership Days, drew high school students from across the country, and throughout the summer KBI staff are participating in conferences and meetings around the globe. Also at the border, Jesuits West held their ordination liturgy in solidarity with migrants, and the KBI hosted immersions for three high school groups. Kino Teen Leadership Days: The KBI hosted the Third Annual Kino Teens Leadership Days, a 5-day advocacy-oriented … [Read more...]
Children and Parents at the Border
The Trump administration has separated hundreds of asylum-seeking families in the last six months, but since shifting to a policy of prosecution for all undocumented people crossing the U.S.–Mexico border, a greater number of children and parents are being separated. What does the new emphasis on “zero-tolerance” mean for migrant and asylum-seeking parents and children, and how does it impact the prospects for family reunification? “I knew that the asylum process could take a long time and … [Read more...]
Carlos’ Story: Fleeing Violence and Persecution
With Guatemala in the headlines as asylum seekers from that country have arrived at the U.S.–Mexico border, Carlos shared his story with the KBI. At 18 years old, he has already experienced a lifetime of discrimination, violence and trauma throughout his childhood. His journey sheds light on the compelling reasons Guatemalans are leaving their homeland to seek protection and safety in the U.S. For 18-year-old Carlos and his family, discrimination and persecution were a regular … [Read more...]
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