Border Control
A man looks at Border Control vehicles parked in El Paso, Texas, as seen from Ciudad Juarez, Mexico, February 24, 2016. Reuters

In light of the promises of president-elect Donald Trump to deport immigrants out of America as soon as he gets into office, many undocumented immigrants find themselves living scared. With the law not on their side, and time ticking away many immigrants are running out of options to secure their place in this country. Luckily for some, there are organizations dedicated to aiding immigrants and educating them on their rights.

According to FOX News Latino, a human rights organization has launched a campaign providing guidance to Texas residents who are concerned by the changes on immigration enforcement announced by President-elect Donald Trump during his campaign.

The site reports that starting this month, the Border Network for Human Rights (BNHR) will hold 100 community forums as part of its “Protect Our Families and Rights” campaign, aimed at educating immigrants on their constitutionals rights and how to prepare for possible raids.

The goal of the organization is part of a multi-layered campaign that the group hopes will prevent immigration rights abuses. BNHR is the organization that hosts #HugsNotWalls events.

“Border residents like us have the advantage of seeing the world through multiple lenses,” said El Paso County Commissioner David Stout at a press conference to announce the campaign.“Our vision is one that seeks to integrate, invigorate and elevate those in our communities who strive to improve their lives and the lives of their children, despite race, ethnicity, religion, economic status, immigration status, or any other characteristic.”

Although many Republicans and Trump have declared that the deportations will consist of criminals, many immigrants are not comfortable with the promises the future administration is standing by. After Trump's campaign clearly displayed his distate for immigrants and Mexicans, it is easy to see why many people are seeking support.

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