Bio
Genesis Lara is a writer for the ACLU of Arizona, focused on uncovering the impacts of U.S. immigration and border policies. She has extensive experience in journalism, including previous stints as managing editor of the Nogales International and staff reporter at the Arizona Daily Star.
Grounded in her upbringing in Nogales, Genesis brings a community-centered perspective to her work – pushing back against harmful misperceptions about border and immigrant communities. Her reporting centers the voices of those most affected by policy decisions, with a focus on accountability and human rights.
Featured Work
As Migrant Deaths Persist, Volunteers Shoulder the Work
As migrant apprehensions remain at record lows, the death toll endures – pushing Humane Borders to continue preventing more loss in the Sonoran Desert.
Mientras Persisten las Muertes de Migrantes, Voluntarios Sostienen la Labor Humanitaria
Aunque las detenciones de migrantes se mantienen en niveles históricamente bajos, el número de muertes persiste, lo que impulsa a Humane Borders a continuar previniendo más pérdidas de vidas en el Desierto de Sonora.