In A Radical Podcast Episode 16, “No Walls, No Borders: Migration, Refugees, and Solidarity,” we explore the pressing issues of border control, migration policies, and the human rights violations at the Texas-Mexico border.
We engage in a reflective discussion on borders and migration, showcasing the determined efforts of advocacy groups fighting for justice.
We also highlight the Network for International Friendship in Dêrîk, Syria, emphasizing the importance of practical solidarity. Together, we navigate the complexities of these subjects, urging our listeners to join us in envisioning a world without barriers.
Links in Episode: ➡
Texas
- Las Americas Immigrant Advocacy Center: Provides high-quality legal services to low-income immigrants and advocates for human rights. Website
- RAICES (Refugee and Immigrant Center for Education and Legal Services): Offers free and low-cost legal services to underserved immigrant children, families, and refugees in Texas. Website
- Texas Civil Rights Project: Empowers Texas communities and creates policy change through legal advocacy. Website
Arizona
- The Florence Immigrant and Refugee Rights Project: Provides free legal services to men, women, and unaccompanied children in immigration custody in Arizona. Website
- University of Arizona, Immigration Law Clinic: Collaborates with non-profit law offices and pro bono attorneys to help low-income individuals with immigration matters. Website
New Mexico
- New Mexico Immigrant Law Center: Advances justice and equity by empowering low-income immigrant communities. Website
California
- Alliance San Diego: Community empowerment organization working in civic engagement, human rights, educational equity, and tax and fiscal policy. Website
- ACLU San Diego: Fights for individual rights and fundamental freedoms. Website
- AFSC – American Friends Service Committee – San Diego US Mexico Border Program: Quaker social justice organization monitoring migrant caravans and supporting shelters in Mexico. Website
- San Diego Immigrant Rights Consortium (SDIRC): Advocates for laws and policies that respect the dignity of immigrants. Website
- San Diego Rapid Response Network: A coalition aiding immigrants and their families in the San Diego border region. Website
- Christ Ministry Center: Provides temporary shelter and resources to immigrant families in San Diego. Website
Mexico
- La Casa del Migrante (Tijuana, Mexico): Offers shelter and support to migrants, deportees, and refugees. Website
- Centro de los Derechos del Migrante (Mexico City, Mexico): Educates, empowers, and advocates for immigrants. Website
- Institute for Women in Migration (IMUMI): Works on gender and migration issues in Mexico. Website
- La Casa del Migrante del Saltillo (Coahuila, Mexico): Provides humanitarian aid to migrants. Website
- American Friends Service Committee US-Mexico Program (San Diego, CA): Supports immigrant-led organizations and includes immigrant voices in policy debates. Website
Other Organizations
- Angry Tías y Abuelas of the Rio Grande Valley, TX: Advocates for dignity and justice for individuals and families seeking asylum. Facebook
- Border Network for Human Rights (El Paso, TX): Immigration reform and human rights advocacy group. Website
- No Border Wall Coalition (Laredo, TX): Opposes the border wall in Laredo. Website
- Southern Border Communities Coalition: Brings together organizations to ensure fair and accountable border enforcement. Website
Additional Links
- South Texas Human Rights Center: Website
- No More Deaths/No Más Muerte: Website
- Humane Borders/Fronteras Compasivas: Website
Austria
- Border Crossing Spielfeld: Supporting Refugees at Austrian Borders and Beyond.
- Stop Deportations Vienna: A group of activists working against deportations and interfering in the racist discourse.
Bosnia/Serbia/Greece
- No Name Kitchen: A group providing food and support to migrants. Website
Bulgaria
- Border monitoring Bulgaria: Monitoring social and human rights of refugees in Bulgaria. Website
Croatia
- Initiative Welcome: Supports refugees and pressures institutions to change restrictive migration policies.
- Are You Syrious?: NGO dedicated to helping refugees and humanitarian work. Website
Europe
- Welcome 2 Europe: Independent information for refugees and migrants coming to Europe. Website
- bordermonitoring.eu: Debates politics, practices, and events surrounding the European border regime. Website
France/Italy
- Kesha Niya Kitchen: Founded to provide food and support to refugees in Grande Synthe. Website
Greece
- City Plaza Athens: Refugee Accommodation and Solidarity Space. Website
- Musaferat: Website
- Clandestina Network: Website
Hungary
- Migszol: Website
Mediterranean Sea
- Watch the med – AlarmPhone: Hotline for boat people in distress in the Mediterranean Sea. Website
Morocco
- No Borders Morocco.
Northern Macedonia
- Legis: Provides humanitarian aid and assistance to refugees. Website
Sahara
- Alarme Phone Sahara: Defends the lives and freedom of movement of migrants. Website
Serbia/Bosnia/Croatia/Slovenia
- Border Violence Monitoring: Documents illegal push-backs and violence by EU authorities. Website
- Rigardu: Engages in political education, border violence monitoring, and humanitarian projects. Website
- Fresh Response: Provides humanitarian support to refugees and migrants. Website
- Infopark: A refugee center specialized in protection, information, communication, and education services. Website
Slovenia
- Ambasada Rog: A community center run by refugees, activists, squatters, artists, students, and workers. Website
- Push forward: Informs about violations of rights and illegal police procedures on the way to Europe. Website
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