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A Narrow Victory for Children and the Constitution
In a narrow 5-4 decision, the Supreme Court preserved the constitutional guarantee that every child born in the United States is a citizen. Read Executive Director Shakti Belway’s statement on why this victory matters, and why the fact that it came this close should concern us all.
Taking action: NCYL on the frontlines
Read about the latest cases, policies, guides, and events our experts are undertaking to protect children’s rights and well-being in this critical moment.
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At the National Center for Youth Law, we Center Youth through impact litigation, policy advocacy, collaboration, and research that fundamentally transforms our nation’s approach to education, health, immigration, foster care, and youth justice.