National Center for Youth Law

Please join us today in celebrating World Children's Day, UNICEF's global day of action for children and upholding their rights. Together, we can build a world in which every child feels safe, heard and respected. #AmplifyYouthVoices #ChildrensRights #YouthJustice

Are you listening? “Without the youth voice, it’s not sustainable. It’s not accurate. It’s not cohesive. We are changing today so the youth can change tomorrow.” Tamar, age 23 Take immediate action to amplify the voices of children and youth. All gifts made until December 31, 2024, will be doubled. Make your impact today! Give Now. youthlaw.org/hearme #HearMe #AmplifyYouthVoices #NationalCenterforYouthLaw

Please join us today for our CSEC Action Team meeting at Noon PT / 3pm ET to learn more about the complex migration journey of unaccompanied immigrant children seeking safety in the U.S. This powerful presentation will include insights from NCYL's Neha Desai and Melissa Adamson, who lead our work around improving the treatment and release of unaccompanied children in federal immigration custody. Register here, and please share with your networks:

Are you listening? “My son was so cold that he was shaking . . . I was panicking; I was afraid he would die from the cold.” — Saulo, Father, held in an OADS Immigrant children who are being held at “open-air detention sites” (OADS) were forced to shelter in overflowing porta-potties to escape harsh weather. They spent nights on dirt littered with garbage, lacking basic necessities like food, water, and medical care. Take immediate action to protect youth across the country! All gifts made until December 31, 2024, will be doubled. Make your impact today! Give now: youthlaw.org/hearme

"Whether through litigation, policy reform, or advocacy, NCYL will stand in defense of every child and youth across the country, especially those most at risk of harm.” NCYL Executive Director Shakti Belway responds to this week's election: https://buff.ly/4fVzgv9

“At the center of our strategy is our unwavering belief and worldview that centers human dignity for everyone at every age, especially children who are most vulnerable.” Read our full statement regarding this week's election results:

"Voting is an act of patriotism." Hear from members of our RHEP Youth Advisory Board about why it's important to make your voice heard in this and every election.

Save the Date! On Nov. 13, our CSEC Action Team meeting will feature a powerful presentation focused on the migration journey of unaccompanied immigrant children seeking safety in the U.S. Please join us to learn more about the realities these young people face, as well as their legal protections and how we are advocating on their behalf. Register here:

We're #hiring a new Senior Program & Policy Manager (California) in California. Apply today or share this post with your network.

"If we all collectively vote to make our opinions heard, then we will be able to cultivate real change." Hear more from our RHEP Youth Advisory Board on why it's important for young people to vote.