PHOENIX (Feb. 1, 2012) – On March 10, 2012, the 2nd Annual Kino Border Initiative Dinner will be held to raise financial support for this ministry that helps individuals and communities on both sides of the Arizona/Mexican border affected by the consequences of migration.Founded in January 2009, the Kino Border Initiative (KBI) is strategically located in the twin cities of Ambos Nogales (southern Arizona and northern Sonora), which is a major port of entry and deportation for migrants in the … [Read more...]
Arizona SB1070
U.S. Supreme Court’s Decision Reaffirms the Need for Humane and Comprehensive Immigration Reform The U.S. Jesuit Conference, the Jesuit Refugee Service/USA and the Kino Border Initiative welcome the Supreme Court’s decision to strike down three key provisions of Arizona’s controversial immigration law, S.B.1070. In doing so, the Court correctly recognized the federal government’s constitutional authority to regulate immigration. We are disappointed however that the decision left standing a … [Read more...]