BorderLinks: Theology and Justice

United States (Arizona) and Mexico

March 21-27, 2015, apply by January 18, 2015

In partnership with BorderLinks, UUCSJ has designed a journey for seminarians to explore the entwined issues of economic justice and immigration in the border areas of the United States and Mexico. Participants will visit maquiladoras (factories), study the ways economic policies such as NAFTA have shaped the border region, and be introduced to some economic alternatives that are being created by the communities in response to the current economic model. The journey will be grounded in theological reflection and contemplative practice, helping us deepen our understanding of the intersections between spirituality and justice activism.

Cost: $1200 per person. Trip begins and ends in Tucson, Ariz.; cost does not include round-trip travel to Tucson.

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Heather Vickery is responsible for developing and maintaining relationships with UU congregations, State Action Networks, past UU College of Social Justice (UUCSJ) program participants, and regional staff in order to expand engagement in UUSC and UUCSJ’s work. As the Coordinator for Congregational Activism, she manages the workshop offerings and group visits to the UUSC/UUCSJ office and assists with communications for the Activism and Justice Education Team. Heather is an active member of the Boston Immigration Justice Accompaniment Network and a dedicated dog-mom to her rescue puppy Nova.

Heather may be contacted at hvickery@uucsj.org and 617-301-4303