Mission: To engage in a bi-national apostolic effort to foster education and pastoral formation regarding the position of the roman catholic church on migration and social teachings; to implement socio-pastoral outreach programs on both sides of the border of the united states and mexico; and to engage in research and advocacy to document and address the plight of displaced persons and to implement programs to address their spiritual and temporal needs.

Programs: Humanitarian assistance: the kino border initiative offers immediate assistance and pastoral accompaniment to migrants who have been deported from the us by offering meals, basic medical assistance, clothing, and safe room and board to women and children who are vulnerable to exploitation and abuse.

education and formation: the kino border initiative offers workshops and leads discussions on local border reality in light of the christian faith and catholic social teachings. They also offer curriculum appropriate for short-term immersion groups from parishes, high schools, and universities.

research & advocacy: working with committed individuals from regional universities and nonprofit organizations, information is collected on the border reality and collaboration is made with international organizations that advocate on behalf of fundamental human rights and comprehensive immigration reform.