Mexico-US Border
A Deep Dive into Human Migration as a Complex Global CrisisDates
2026 Teacher Training
Dates TBA
Location
Baja California, San Diego
& Imperial Valley areas,
US & Mexico
Itinerary & Overview
¡ Vámonos !
Syllabus
The Course Plan
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FAQs
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This course travels to both sides of the Mexico-US border to address problems associated with human migration in North America. We examine firsthand the “push factors” and “pull factors” that motivate migrants to embark on a difficult journey to the US-Mexico border. Through collaborative design, we innovate ways to improve upon situations of the communities we engage directly with.
Asylum Seekers
Dialogue at the border
Cross-border smile
U.S. Border Patrol
Undocumented Cafe
Infant Migrants
Border Art
Border Art
Órale !
U.S. Border Patrol
Migrant Shelter
Discovering this ancient land and immersing ourselves in its diverse cultures are both sweet and essential to our mission. We will tour the region, closely examine current policies and their impact, meet grassroots activists, interact with ordinary folk, and attend college seminars on politics of the Americas and conflict resolution. A variety of recreational activities and very much fun are of course part of the experience. Open to students, educators, and other groups. No background on the subject is necessary.
¡ Vámonos !
Asylum seekers in a family shelter, Tijuana.
Dates
2026 Teacher trainings and student expeditions TBA
Open to student groups (HS & college) and to educator groups (k-college).
Expeditions may be customized to align with your calendar.
Contact Us to inquire further.
Location
Although the cross-border neighboring communities in Southern California and Northern Baja California have somewhat similar geographies and climates, the disparities in socio-economics become immediately apparent. The Mexico-US Border is fraught on many levels: humanitarian, political, economic, climatic, and so on. The situations and dilemmas here are emblematic of other recent and massive migrations worldwide, bearing similar but not identical characteristics. This is the border where typical scenes of international human migration play out, affecting most everyone and fueling impassioned debate.
We will be based in the areas of San Diego, CA and Baja California, Mexico. Our daily expeditions on either side of the border will be in areas ranging from urban to rural, from beach to desert. There we engage directly with affected communities.
Itinerary & Overview
Course dates may be customized to your academic calendar.
Registration details to be announced shortly.
Contact us
to register as an independent group with customized dates.
FAQs
IS IT SAFE?
Yes, absolutely. Understandably, news headlines may cause apprehension among prospective participants. However, here are some important points to consider: Safety and security is the number one priority. Expeditions are to safe areas and avoid high risk zones. We closely monitor the situation in the area on a constant basis and the itinerary would be adjusted accordingly if we felt that we could not properly ensure participant safety and well-being. Safety is enhanced by the fact that we are in a structured environment. We use our own vehicles, not public transportation. Group leaders are reachable at all times.
WILL MY PARTICIPATION AND GRADE BE RECORDED ON MY TRANSCRIPT?
The course meets the curricular and instructional time requirements of most secondary education institutions. Participants will receive a course grade upon completion which will appear accordingly on the transcript pending approval of the institution they are currently enrolled in. Participants should confirm with their schools in advance of enrolling in the course. Prospective participants and school administrators are invited to Contact Us for further details on curriculum, assessments, diversified instruction, DEI, and how they align with your school’s requirements.
MUST I BE A AFFILIATED WITH A SCHOOL TO PARTICIPATE?
No. This course is open to individuals and groups of students, faculty, and staff from all educational institutions including independent schools and home-schools pending they meet qualifications specified on the Program Application.
ARE SCHOLARSHIPS AVAILABLE?
Advancement efforts have been launched to raise scholarships which will be announced upon availability. Currently, there are no guarantees that scholarships will be available, and applications should be submitted with the assumption that program costs will be unsubsidized.
Contact Us to create dedicated scholarships or otherwise Support access to transformative GMI education programs.