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Borderlands Resource Initiative's vision is a society transformed by the strength and resilience of asylum seekers and migrants. The "crisis" is entirely preventable. This is America's opportunity to defend our founding values. 1/41 The crisis is — Migration is not a crisis. About Borderlands Resource Initiative Borderlands Resource Initiative is steadfast in advocating for humane asylum policies and bolstering support for dignified reception of asylum seekers. Through strategic coalition building and partnerships along the Southwest border, we strengthen the capacity of asylum organizations. By enhancing their ability to provide vital support and protection to those seeking refuge, we foster resilience and equity within our communities. BRI’s vision is a society transformed by the strength and resilience of asylum seekers and migrants. Our role in this vision is to demonstrate the possibilities when our communities and policies are rooted in dignity, respect, and transformative justice. Eddie Chavez Calderon Campaign Director Arizona Jews for Justice, P hoenix, AZ "The Borderlands Resource Initiative will be a beacon of hope for migrants navigating complex circumstances. Beth Strano's dedication to migrant rights and her instrumental role in driving impactful initiatives are a testament to the transformative potential of compassionate leadership within migrant advocacy. As a formerly undocumented migrant, I wish I had a Beth when my mother and I were on our migrant journey. Her hands-on approach, coupled with a deep understanding of the challenges faced by migrants, ensures that our initiatives address immediate needs and also contribute to lasting solutions." Astrid Dominguez Executive Director Good Neighbor Settlement House, Brownsville, TX "Beth Strano [from Borderlands Resource Initiative] is great! She is a thought partner, and someone you can trust to explain the processes and help you analyze what improvements can be made in your programs. Her support has allowed me to identify new opportunities for Good Neighbor Settlement House, including enhancing current practices and implementing new ones." Be the first to know Subscribe to our newsletter to receive news and updates. Enter your email here First name Last name Subscribe Thanks for subscribing!

Every day, immigrants walk into ICE and USCIS appointments uncertain of what awaits them—some never walk back out. Families deserve to be prepared, informed, and supported. Our Accompaniment program ensures that no one navigates these moments alone. Accompaniment Program Every day in Phoenix, immigrants attend ICE check-ins — moments that can determine their future. With immigration enforcement intensifying, these check-ins carry deep uncertainty and risk. Yet, many immigrants attend alone, without legal representation or community support. Borderlands Resource Initiative and Puente Human Rights Movement believe that no one should face these moments in isolation. We’ve partnered to lead the Accompaniment Program, creating a community-led response to ensure support, connection, and advocacy for immigrants navigating this process. Together, we are: Ensuring a constant presence at ICE check-ins, and immigration court appearances so that no one has to attend these meetings alone. Providing Know Your Rights information and pro se support to people attending court hearings. Expanding emergency response for detained immigrants, including activating safety plans and mobilizing advocacy networks immediately when someone is taken into ICE custody. Laying the groundwork for pro se legal clinics and case management, helping immigrants assert their rights and prevent unjust deportations. In May 2025, ICE officers were told to meet a quota of 250 arrests per day Múltiples fechas mié 11 de jun Rapid Response Training // Entrenamiento en Respuesta Rapida / Location shared upon registration RSVP 11 jun 2025, 6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. GMT-7 Location shared upon registration Learn how to show up, stand up, and keep our communities safe from unjust immigration enforcement. Aprenda cómo presentarse, defenderse y mantener a nuestras comunidades a salvo de la aplicación injusta de leyes migratorias. lun 16 de jun Rapid Response Training- FLAGSTAFF / Virtual event RSVP 16 jun 2025, 6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. GMT-7 Virtual event Learn how to show up, stand up, and keep our communities safe from unjust immigration enforcement. Aprenda cómo presentarse, defenderse y mantener a nuestras comunidades a salvo de la aplicación injusta de leyes migratorias. Múltiples fechas mié 25 de jun Rapid Response Training // Entrenamiento en Respuesta Rapida / Location shared upon registration RSVP 25 jun 2025, 6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. GMT-7 Location shared upon registration Learn how to show up, stand up, and keep our communities safe from unjust immigration enforcement. Aprenda cómo presentarse, defenderse y mantener a nuestras comunidades a salvo de la aplicación injusta de leyes migratorias. Múltiples fechas mié 09 de jul Rapid Response Training // Entrenamiento en Respuesta Rapida / Location shared upon registration RSVP 09 jul 2025, 6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. GMT-7 Location shared upon registration Learn how to show up, stand up, and keep our communities safe from unjust immigration enforcement. Aprenda cómo presentarse, defenderse y mantener a nuestras comunidades a salvo de la aplicación injusta de leyes migratorias. Cargar más Próximos eventos Múltiples fechas Rapid Response Training // Entrenamiento en Respuesta Rapida mié 11 de jun Learn how to show up, stand up, and keep our communities safe from unjust immigration enforcement. Aprenda cómo presentarse, defenderse y mantener a nuestras comunidades a salvo de la aplicación injusta de leyes migratorias. RSVP Rapid Response Training- FLAGSTAFF lun 16 de jun Learn how to show up, stand up, and keep our communities safe from unjust immigration enforcement. Aprenda cómo presentarse, defenderse y mantener a nuestras comunidades a salvo de la aplicación injusta de leyes migratorias. RSVP

Borderlands Resource Initiative offers a powerful series of sliding-scale webinars tailored for schools, community-based organizations, businesses, and faith spaces. Community Education Educational Webinars on Immigrant Justice & Community Preparedness Build safer, more informed, and more compassionate community spaces. Borderlands Resource Initiative offers a powerful series of sliding-scale workshops tailored for schools, community-based organizations, businesses, and faith spaces. These customizable sessions equip your team with the tools to better understand the realities of immigration policy, build emergency response protocols, and provide meaningful support to migrant and asylum-seeking communities in times of crisis. Each session is grounded in legal frameworks, trauma-informed approaches, and real-world strategies to prepare your community to respond with dignity, clarity, and care. Schedule your workshop First name* Last name* Company/Organization name* Email* Phone* Please contact me about the following workshop(s):* 4th Amendment Rights The Long Road Home Active Shooter Training & Trauma First Aid Other (please explain) Write a message: (optional) Submit 4th Amendment Rights Workshop Ensuring Preparedness for Immigration Enforcement for Schools, Non-profits, and Faith Spaces Onsite staff training + customized space assessment 2-3 hours This interactive workshop equips your staff with the knowledge and confidence to uphold constitutional and federal privacy protections during immigration enforcement actions- especially in light of the 2025 rescission of the “sensitive locations” policy. Participants will learn: How to identify and respond to administrative vs. judicial warrants The legal distinctions between public and private spaces How to develop site-specific protocols for handling enforcement encounters Following the training, we conduct a walkthrough of your space to map out areas that can be clearly designated as private, identify vulnerabilities (such as line-of-sight exposures), and provide signage recommendations. This ensures your site is prepared to respond legally in defense of your community. The Long Road Home Understanding Displacement, Asylum, and the Realities Facing Migrant Communities Virtual or in-person session 60–90 minutes This educational webinar offers a powerful introduction to the global, legal, and human contexts surrounding forced migration and asylum. Designed for teen or adult learners, workplaces, faith groups, and community organizations, this session pairs historical case studies with current U.S. policy to help participants understand why people flee, what protections are available, and where those protections fall short. Participants will learn: The difference between refugee resettlement and asylum-seeking Current U.S. immigration policies and their impacts on families and individuals Forms of legal protection for people facing persecution, violence or death in their home countries How individuals and institutions can support migrant communities with dignity and solidarity Rooted in both data and lived experience, this session moves beyond myths and headlines to foster connection, compassion, and action. Active Shooter Training & Trauma First Aid Emergency Preparedness Training for Violent Critical Incidents Onsite training; Offered in collaboration with Empowered Safety Concepts 4-5 hours This hands-on training equips staff and volunteers with the tools to stay alert, act decisively, and protect others during violent critical incidents. Drawing from established safety frameworks (ALICE, Stop the Bleed), the session is tailored to community spaces and school settings, with a trauma-informed lens. Participants will learn: How to use the Cooper Color Code to maintain heightened situational awareness When and how to choose between evacuating, locking down, or countering What to communicate—and how—during an emergency How to apply real-world strategies for room control, crowd safety, and post-incident care Basic triage, tourniquet use, and response roles Each training includes scenario walkthroughs, certified practice equipment, and practical decision-making exercises to ensure your team feels ready to act with clarity and care in moments of crisis.