Abstract
Migration from Guatemala, Honduras, El Salvador (Northern Triangle) to the United States U.S. is a complex and pressing issue. This paper explores the multifaceted factors driving migration flow, such as violence, economic hardship, and political instability in the Northern Triangle. It analyzes the challenges migrants face, including human rights abuses, exploitation, and the risks of irregular migration. Additionally, it examines U.S. immigration policies and their broader implications for migrants and regional stability. Mexico has also faced many challenges due to the increased flow of migrants through its territory. Mexico has implemented measures to stop migrants from crossing the southern border with limited success. Mexico does not have the infrastructure required to attend to migrants’ needs and so many people are left vulnerable to organized crime and human trafficking.
Presenters
Alina Gamboa CombsAssociate Professor, School of Global Studies, Anahuac Mexico University, Mexico
Details
Presentation Type
Paper Presentation in a Themed Session
Theme
2024 Special Focus—The World on the Move: Understanding Migration in a New Global Age
KEYWORDS
Northern Triangle, Migration, North American Migration
