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The Kino Border Initiative

Wednesday, 07 October 2009 20:39

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Every day, undocumented workers are deported to Mexico from the United States without money, without food and without help. The Kino Border Initiative was set up in part to provide direct assistance to these men and women who find themselves in this desperate situation.

Through their twin facilities located near the Mariposa gate, the Initiative provides meals for recently deported migrants, as well as a shelter for women. Through interviews with members of the Initiative, volunteers, and recently deported migrants themselves, BorderBeat reporters Kristina Stevens and Christopher Kelly explore this vital service, and the divisive issue of immigration.

PART 1: Special Report


 


Click to read an In-depth report on the Kino Border Initiative and to watch a video on the volunteers who prepare the food.

 

 

PART 2: The people tell their story

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Watch Father Peter Neeley explain the services and functions of the Kino Border Initiative.

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Watch recently deported immigrant Rogelio Pelayo explain his personal situation.

PART 3: A view of Kino

Click to watch a slideshow of images taken from BorderBeat's visit to the Kino Border Initiative.

 

 

 

 

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