Today, the Acacia Center for Justice and ProBAR issued the following statement because children in federal immigration custody in South Texas are losing access to one of the few remaining ways they can independently seek legal information and help after the expiration of the Unaccompanied Children Program.
For many migrants seeking safety and opportunity, South Texas is the first stop in their immigration journey.
Children, adults, and families come to the United States from countries around the world fleeing circumstances that threaten their security and stability. Many arrive at our border seeking protection from violence and persecution, and face tremendous obstacles to securing immigration relief. Access to legal information and representation gives them a chance to gain safety and stability in the United States and begin contributing to our society in countless ways.
