Headlines have been filled with discussions of the Trump administration's policy of family separation at the border and concerns about the 1,500 unaccompanied minors the government 'lost' after placing with sponsors. To help you understand the facts about current policies and the distinctions between these issues, we've gathered the following articles:
The facts about Trump's policies of separating families at the border
'Missing' Immigrant Children: Here's what's really happening
In addition, here are more personal stories from those who have been affected by recent policies:
Listen to Children Who’ve Just Been Separated From Their Parents at the Border
"I can't go without my son" a mother pleaded as she was deported to Guatemala
Many groups are organizing around the national actions happening those days. We encourage you to participate in as much as possible most importantly in events that are organized by and center the voices of those affected. We will promote those events organized by known partner organizations as they become available.
Check out our most recent e-newsletter for ways to take action!
The facts about Trump's policies of separating families at the border
'Missing' Immigrant Children: Here's what's really happening
In addition, here are more personal stories from those who have been affected by recent policies:
Listen to Children Who’ve Just Been Separated From Their Parents at the Border
"I can't go without my son" a mother pleaded as she was deported to Guatemala
Many groups are organizing around the national actions happening those days. We encourage you to participate in as much as possible most importantly in events that are organized by and center the voices of those affected. We will promote those events organized by known partner organizations as they become available.
Check out our most recent e-newsletter for ways to take action!
To learn more about family separation, and its impacts, please consider viewing some of these films: