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Jennifer Ridgley is an Associate Professor in the Geography and Environmental Studies at Carleton University. Her research focuses on the relationship between state practices, border security, and migration management, particularly as it pertains to citizenship and the criminalization of migrant workers. She examines how these relationships manifest in various contexts, including the interior of the United States and Canada, urban policing, and interactions between non-citizens, employers, municipal service providers, and local police. Ridgley's work includes historical explorations of 'sanctuary cities' in both countries and how local immigration politics, sanctuary policies, and anti-deportation campaigns shape the landscape of migration law enforcement. Her current projects are particularly focused on small to mid-sized Canadian cities and the challenges faced by individuals with precarious immigration status in accessing support and services.
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