Project Frontier: Monitoring Migration Policies for Informed Action
A data-driven initiative for monitoring legislative reforms, assessing policy impact, and advancing human rights in migration governance lead by Dr. Javier Esguevillas Ruiz
About the Project
The Frontier Project is a dedicated research initiative aimed at systematically analyzing legislative reforms, migration policies, and regulatory changes in the immigration policy of the United States. By focusing on their real-world impact on migrants, asylum seekers, and undocumented individuals, the project seeks to provide data-driven insights that support more effective and humane migration governance.
Our Mission
In a constantly evolving policy landscape, rapid and frequent changes in migration laws demand continuous monitoring and critical analysis. Project Frontier is committed to ensuring that these developments are assessed in a structured manner, enabling policymakers, advocacy organizations, and international institutions to make informed decisions that safeguard human rights.
Our Approach
Legislative Monitoring and Policy Analysis
We conduct a weekly review of newly approved migration and asylum policies at the federal and state levels. This continuous legislative analysis enables us to track significant regulatory shifts and assess their broader implications.
Impact Assessment
Every two weeks, we evaluate how migration policies are enforced in practice. Our analysis covers key indicators such as the number of individuals affected, deportations, detentions, and shifts in asylum procedures.
Data Collection and Research
We obtain information from official government sources, federal agencies, civil society organizations, think tanks, and academic institutions to ensure our assessments are accurate and comprehensive.
Policy Recommendations
On a monthly basis, we produce evidence-based reports with strategic recommendations for decision-makers, civil society organizations, and multilateral institutions. Our goal is to provide actionable insights that contribute to the development of fair and sustainable migration policies.
Why It Matters
The U.S. migration system is in constant flux, with policy changes directly affecting millions of people. By offering reliable, real-time analysis, Project Frontier helps stakeholders navigate these complexities, ensuring that responses to new regulations are informed, timely, and grounded in human rights principles.
Expected Outcomes
- Weekly policy updates summarizing key legislative and regulatory changes.
- Biweekly impact assessments detailing the effects of new policies on migrant communities.
- Monthly reports, including in-depth policy recommendations under the title: Migration Pathways Under the Trump Administration.
- Enhanced policy dialogue among legislators, advocacy groups, and international organizations, supported by accurate and timely data.
Who We Support
Our research and insights are tailored for:
- Policymakers at federal, state, and local levels.
- Civil society organizations and migrant advocacy groups.
- Multilateral institutions working on migration and human rights.
- Academic institutions and think tanks analyzing migration trends.
Get Involved
We welcome collaboration with organizations and institutions committed to advancing evidence-based migration policies. For inquiries or partnership opportunities, please get in touch with us via email.