The Tony Rodríguez Border Project Blog
The Tony Rodríguez Border Project is a critical program that deepens our connection to our clients. In 2024, Mabel Center’s team went to Tijuana to provide legal assistance to asylum seekers before they crossed the border. We are grateful to Al Otro Lado for hosting us, and for the incredible work they do in a critical environment, adapting to meet clients’ needs as policies constantly change.
May 8, 2024
Rory and Mikell at a border shelter for LGBTQ+ individuals seeking asylum.
May 7, 2024
Daniel providing a legal overview of asylum.
May 8, 2024
Jasmine at a border shelter for families waiting for their CBP1 appointments, which can be a 6-8 month wait. Mabel Center staff gave an overview of the asylum process and how to prepare their case.
May 7, 2024
Jasmine, Mikell, and Rory doing intake for legal consultations with clients on specific cases.
May 7, 2024
The southern border.
May 6, 2024
Mabel Center’s team arriving in Tijuana.