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:...
by Elvia Arriola | Aug 2, 2019 | Advocacy and Activism, Fair Trade, Fair Trade Resources, Further Study, Women and Globalization
Fair Trade What is it? Fair Trade is a global movement that puts people and planet first by ensuring fair practices and living wages for workers, producers and sellers of all consumer goods. For women in the global economy, fair trade assures that the first...
