Stereotypes of Border Crossers

Stereotypes of border crossers are generalized, often oversimplified beliefs about people who migrate across borders. These can include assumptions about their motives, behaviors, or character—such as thinking they are only criminals, drugs traffickers, or economic migrants. Such stereotypes ignore individual circumstances and complexities of migration, leading to misconceptions and prejudice. It’s important to recognize that border crossers come from diverse backgrounds and have varied reasons for migration, and understanding their stories requires looking beyond stereotypes to see their human experiences.