Two Countries, No Home
Synopsis
Rufino Santis Diaz, 24, returned to Mexico after living in the U.S. but faced rejection from universities due to his American documents being in English.
Synopsis
Rafino Santis Diaz, 24, returns to Kriston in Chiapas, Mexico, after spending years in the United States. He struggles to enroll in college due to his American documentation. In his hometown, Rafino witnesses poverty and a stark contrast to his life in Georgia. He reflects on missed opportunities and the challenges of finding a job as an undocumented immigrant. Despite his efforts, he feels the weight of belonging to two countries yet feeling at home in neither.
Deep Dive
Why Watch
- Meet Rafino as he navigates life between two countries.
- Find out why Rafino regrets returning to Mexico.
- See the challenges faced by indigenous workers in Mexico.
Did You Know
- Rafino left Mexico for the US at the age of 5.
- He graduated high school in May 2010 without his parents present.
- Rafino earned only $90 for 15 days of work as a waiter.
- He faced rejection from a university in Mexico due to his American documents.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What age was Rafino Santis Diaz when he left for the US?
Rafino Santis Diaz was 5 years old when he left for the US.
Why couldn't Rafino get into college in the US?
Rafino could not get into college in the US because he did not have any papers or legal documents.
What was Rafino's first job after returning to Mexico?
Rafino's first job after returning to Mexico was as a waiter in a restaurant that accepted mostly indigenous people from villages.
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