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Reimagining how children are treated in government immigration custody

A bill reintroduced in Congress prioritizes and respects young people's health, safety and family connections.

Latest News

Read about the latest cases, policies, guides, and events our team is working on with youth to transform public systems and strengthen our communities.

With migrant youth still held in harmful conditions, attorneys call for extension of CBP settlement and independent monitoring

LOS ANGELES — Migrant children continue to be denied basic rights and detained in harmful conditions by U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP)...

Press Releases

National Center for Youth Law Vows To Protect The Rights Of Children & Youth

Oakland, California — In the wake of the presidential election, the National Center for Youth Law (NCYL) vows to stand in solidarity with children and...

FosterEd Arizona Receives $250,000 Grant to Ensure Youth Receive Support While Transitioning Effective Practices into Statewide Operations

Thanks to a generous grant, young people in Arizona's foster care system will continue to receive critical educational services and support.

Where We Focus

We advocate and provide direct service with youth in a range of areas that impact their lives and communities. Learn about our work and the most important issues facing youth.

Education

Foster Care

Health

Immigration

Commercial Sexual Exploitation

Youth Justice

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