In this edition, we reaffirm that the recognition of our community should not be a request, but a moral obligation. The migrant population—through their labor, culture, history, and daily contributions—deserves respect, dignity, and full recognition. At AMEXCAN, we continue to promote a vision in which our communities are not merely visible, but valued as an essential part of the societies we have also helped to build.
Furthermore, we address a reality that concerns us deeply: the border transformed into an experimental ground, where migration control policies and technologies put human dignity at risk. In the face of these practices, it is essential to maintain a critical stance, encourage reflection, and remember that no border should ever justify abandoning our humanitarian principles. This edition also invites us to look toward those who experience migration in the most intimate and painful ways.
Through reflections on severed roots and the silent hearts of children in the context of migration, we acknowledge the emotional wounds carried by children and families who endure separation, displacement, and uncertainty. Similarly, in our "Caring for Each Other Without Borders" (*Cuidarnos sin Fronteras*) section, we highlight the importance of support networks for migrant women facing breast cancer far from home—reminding us that companionship, solidarity, and access to information can make a fundamental difference. In "AMEXCAN Footprints" (*Huellas AMEXCAN*), we share an account of our activities from October, which reflect our ongoing commitment to Mexican communities in North and South Carolina.
We also celebrate the appointment of our president and co-founder, Juvencio Rocha Peralta, to the Board of Directors of the Grow Early Learning Organization. We are strengthening community support through the Binational Information Route and reaffirming our commitment to the families of Agua Dulce, Veracruz, by keeping the bond between our communities of origin and destination alive.
Finally, we would like to highlight upcoming events that invite us to continue building community: the opening of our office in "El Triángulo" (The Triangle), the Third Conference of Mexican Leaders in the Carolinas, and the weekly activities of *Amigos Sin Fronteras* (Friends Without Borders). Each of these gatherings offers an opportunity to strengthen our networks, share knowledge, and continue creating spaces for participation, collaboration, and leadership.
This edition also marks a special moment for our magazine, as we bid farewell—with deep gratitude—to our former editor, Emilio Antonio Vázquez Morales. He is concluding his tenure at AMEXCAN to pursue further educational and professional growth. His dedication, commitment, and contributions were instrumental in the creation of every issue of this publication. The communications department and the entire AMEXCAN team are immensely grateful for his hard work, the time we shared, and the passion with which he helped give a voice to our communities. We wish him the very best of success in this new chapter, confident that the lessons and experiences he has gained will continue to support his personal and professional development.
At AMEXCAN, we also extend our thanks to everyone who makes this publication possible—our contributors, specialists, outreach workers, and readers—whose voices, experiences, and commitment are a fundamental part of this collective effort. We continue our work from a binational perspective, firmly believing that providing information, offering support, and fostering organization are essential ways to transform the realities in which we live.
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