by Elvia Arriola | Sep 20, 2019 | Advocacy and Activism, Migrants and Human Rights, Organizations, Post-Detention Assistance, Resources
This is a donation opportunity intended to for getting Christmas toys and clothing or household items to migrant families at a shelter for women and children in Austin and operated by CASA MARIANELLA. FINANCIAL DONATIONS – Send a check or donate online. TOYS...
by Elvia Arriola | Sep 12, 2019 | Migrants and Human Rights
September 12, 2019 The new rule allows DHS officials to reject asylum requests from migrants who travelled through, but did not seek asylum in, a third country prior to arriving at the U.S. border. This rule effectively bars migrants from countries other than Mexico...
by Elvia Arriola | Aug 29, 2019 | Migrants and Human Rights
UPDATE ON AUGUST 27, 2019 — REQUEST FOR SUPPORT FOR ASYLUM-SEEKING REFUGEE FAMILIES RIGHT HERE IN AUSTIN, TEXAS Thanks everyone for ideas and help. This is what several asylum-seeking refugee families need right now. 1. Beds: preferably 2 doubles, 2 bunkbeds....
by Elvia Arriola | Aug 29, 2019 | Migrants and Human Rights
Asylum: what is it? “Each year, thousands of noncitizens arriving at our border or already in the United States apply for asylum, or protection from persecution. Asylum seekers must navigate a difficult and complex process that can involve multiple government...
by Elvia Arriola | Aug 28, 2019 | Migrants and Human Rights
The crises are real. The needs are great. DONATE or GET INVOLVED Women on the Border is a 501c3 nonprofit organization. Contributions are tax deductible. WAYS TO DONATE: – send a check to: Women on the Border, P.O. Box 303338, Austin, TX 78703-0056 GIVE ONLINE:...