Resources

  The Civil Gideon Argument: Unaccompanied Minors Should Have a Guaranteed Right to Legal Counsel in Removal Proceedings

The “Civil Gideon” argument advocates for immigrants, along with other indigent civil defendants, to have a categorical right to legal counsel by extending the Gideon v. Wainwright precedent to civil proceedings.

  The Federal Government Abandons its Obligations to Unaccompanied Minors at the Borders Under the Guise of COVID-19

The current Administration is using the Coronavirus as an excuse to severely limit immigration.

  Comments in Response to Proposed Rulemaking: Housing and Community Development Act of 1980: Verification of Eligible Status

On the behalf of The Children’s Defense Fund – New York (CDF – NY), we write to offer comments in opposition to the Proposed Rule for Housing and Community Development Act of 1980: Verification of Eligible Statues published in the Federal Register Volume 84, Number 91, on May 10, 2019.

  Public Comment Opposing Changes to Fee Waiver Eligibility Criteria

The Children’s Defense Fund – New York’s (CDF – NY) public comments in opposition to the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) proposed changes to fee waiver eligibility criteria, OMB Control Number 1615-0116, published in the Federal Register on June 5, 2019.

  Public Comment Opposing Form G-1530: USCIS Tip Form

  CDF-NY Priorities in the New York State FY 2020 Final Budget

On April 1, 2019, the New York Legislature adopted the Fiscal Year (FY) 2020 final state budget. The final budget includes $175.5 billion in spending. […]

  CDF-NY Comments in Response to Proposed Rulemaking: Inadmissibility on Public Charge Grounds

  CDF-NY Comments in Response to Proposed Rulemaking: Apprehension, Processing, Care, and Custody of Alien Minors and Unaccompanied Alien Children (Flores Regulations)

  2018 Election Guide: New York’s Children

Having the basic necessities of life such as nutritious meals and financial security is a universal human right and something all people concerned with the well-being of children should work to secure.

  Domestic and Gang Violence Victims Become Ineligible for Asylum

On June 11, 2018, Attorney General Jeff Sessions ordered U.S. immigration courts to stop granting asylum to victims of domestic abuse and gang violence. This […]

  The Impacts of Trump Administration Family Separation Policy on New York City

Testimony of Julia L. Davis, Esq. Director of Youth Justice and Child Welfare

  Memorandum on the City Council’s Joint Hearing on Trump’s Zero Tolerance Policy

On July 12, 2018, the New York City Council called a joint hearing held by the Committee on Immigration, Committee of Health and Committee on […]

  RECURSOS PARA ORGANIZACIONES DE FE INTERESADOS EN INMIGRATIÓN

Como organizaciones de fe entendemos el valor y significado histórico de proveer santuario en nuestra congregación a los pobres y desamparados. Este es un concepto […]

  Unaccompanied Migrant Youth Service Needs and Gaps in the New York Metropolitan Area

Unaccompanied migrant youth are one of the most defenseless populations in the New York Metropolitan Area. Despite New York’s vibrant history of immigrants and its […]

  RESOURCES FOR FAITH BASED ORGANIZATIONS INTERESTED IN IMMIGRATION

As communities of faith we understand the value and meaningful history of providing sanctuary in our congregation to the poor and displaced. This is an ancient concept that transcends borders and religious nuances, bringing communities together to celebrate and protect the sanctity of life. Our shared faith-driven values of love and compassion for our neighbors, whomever they may be, is what strengthens our commitment to social peace, justice, and prosperity.

  Achieving Lifelong Payoffs for Displaced Children

Some of the most at-risk children in NYC are children who have been displaced from their homes or families due to homelessness or resettlement as unaccompanied immigrant children. While homeless and unaccompanied immigrant children have been displaced from their homes or families for different reasons, both groups of children often have remarkably similar experiences and needs.

  Terminating Temporary Protected Status: What Does it Mean for Children and Families?

The future of Temporary Protected Status (“TPS”) designation for Haiti, Honduras and Nicaragua is now at stake, as these countries will phase out of their […]

  The Future of DACA and DREAMers

The Dream Act provides a pathway for undocumented youth to earn a legal status in the United States.

  How does the uncertain future of DACA affect families in New York State?

DACA revocation could be detrimental to the lives of many immigrants, including children.

  What does the travel ban mean for refugee children?

Despite legal pushback the EO’s implementation consists of a 90-day suspension of entry to nationals from Iran, Libya, Syria, Somalia, Sudan, and Yemen.

  Keeping immigrant children and families safe in New York courthouses

Although New York City has declared itself a sanctuary jurisdiction and stated that it will protect individuals from ICE, there have been several reported cases […]

  Terminating Temporary Protected Status: What Does it Mean for Children and Families?

The future of Temporary Protected Status (“TPS”) designation for Haiti, Honduras and Nicaragua is now at stake, as these countries will phase out of their […]

  Tax and Budget Proposals Will Make Paying for College More Difficult for Students

Congressional Republicans have taken enormous steps towards ensuring that college is less affordable and more out of reach for students across the country.

  Proposed Congressional Tax and Budget Cuts Threaten SNAP for Children and Families

The congressional tax cuts proposed to disproportionately help corporations and the wealthiest would inevitably have to be paid for through budget cuts to important programs […]

  The Future of DACA and DREAMers

The Dream Act provides a pathway for undocumented youth to earn a legal status in the United States.