Keep Children Safe at the Border
Children’s rights continue to be violated at the U.S. - Mexico border. Vulnerable children are being held in custody longer than the legal limit, separated from their families, denied basic care and more.
Every child has a right to safety and protection.
What We’re Doing
Save the Children Action Network is advocating to protect children’s rights at the border.
We’re also urging our leaders to address the root causes of migration in Central America.
Read our joint statement on U.S. Southern Border restrictions due to COVID-19.
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Help Protect Children
Speak Out Against Violations of the Rights of Children Seeking Safety in the U.S.
As the Trump administration seeks to protect our public health during the coronavirus pandemic, we must also protect the lives of vulnerable children seeking asylum in the U.S.
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When it Comes to Asylum, Children are Losing Out
While immigration is an intensely complex topic, our lawmakers need to remember that children are at the heart of the debate. And no matter what side of the aisle you’re on, children deserve care and respect.
2020 Advocacy Summit Recap: A Conversation with Mark Shriver and Chef José Andrés
On April 30, the 2020 Virtual Advocacy Summit kicked off with a lively chat between SCAN President Mark Shriver and renowned chef José Andrés. Check out what they had to say about wine, advocacy and staying hopeful in challenging times.
In the News: Asylum in the Time of COVID-19
To make reading the news a bit easier, SCAN’s communications manager has compiled a list of must-read articles about children seeking asylum in the time of COVID-19.