Ambivalent Humanitarianism and Migration Control by Erika Her... - 9781032462059

Ambivalent Humanitarianism and Migration ControlColonial legacies and the Experiences of Migrants in Mexico\nAuthor(s): Erika Herrera Rosales\nFormat: Hardback\nPublisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd, United Kingdom\nImprint: Routledge\nISBN-13: 9781032462059, 978-1032462059\nSynopsis\nAmbivalent Humanitarianism and Migration Control explores the complex relationship between migrants and local aid organisations. These organisations have become indisputably relevant and highly regarded as allies to Northern Central American migrants trying to reach the United States. Thus, this book examines the implications of humanitarian actors in migration governance and bordering practices, which have serious and long-lasting effects on the lives of migrants.\n\nThrough an in-depth research in Mexico, this book suggests that humanitarian organisations are ambivalent institutions because they intend to help and support individuals while reinforcing social and power inequalities. It explores the narra.