At the Center for Human Rights and Constitutional Law (CHRCL), we believe in the power of advocacy and action to protect the most vulnerable. Project Reunify is a crucial initiative that stands on the frontlines of this mission, working to monitor the well-being of children detained by U.S. Border Patrol. This July, we are calling on attorneys, accredited representatives, and interpreters to volunteer for monitoring visits to several border locations where these children are being held.
Your participation can make an immediate difference in the lives of immigrant children seeking safety and justice.
Why Project Reunify Matters
Thousands of unaccompanied children arrive at the U.S. border each year, fleeing violence, poverty, and dangerous conditions in their home countries. These children often face long detentions in overcrowded, inadequate facilities while awaiting reunification with family members or placement in foster care. Many are at risk of losing their rights without proper legal representation, and their voices are often unheard.
Project Reunify was launched to ensure that these children’s rights are protected and that their conditions meet basic human standards. By conducting on-site interviews and documenting the experiences of detained children, our volunteers play an essential role in holding authorities accountable and advocating for systemic change.
How You Can Get Involved
We are currently recruiting volunteers to participate in monitoring visits to border patrol stations in McAllen, TX; El Paso, TX; Laredo, TX; Brown Field Station, San Diego, CA; San Ysidro, CA; El Centro, CA; Tucson, AZ; and Yuma, AZ. These visits are tentatively planned for late July 2023.
We need:
Attorneys to interview children and assess their legal needs.
Accredited representatives to assist with legal interviews.
Interpreters (Spanish speakers, especially) to ensure clear communication between our team and the children.
During these monitoring visits, volunteers will:
Conduct interviews with children to assess their physical and emotional well-being.
Ensure children understand their legal rights and the processes they face.
Document conditions inside the detention facilities, including overcrowding, health issues, and access to basic necessities.
Report findings that will be used to advocate for improved conditions and stronger protections for detained children.
Why Your Skills Are Critical
The work of attorneys, accredited representatives, and interpreters is vital in these efforts. Children are often alone and confused in these high-stress situations, and clear, compassionate communication can help them feel seen and heard. Your legal expertise can help identify critical rights violations, and your participation will provide the children with the opportunity to understand the next steps in their legal process.
For interpreters, especially those fluent in Spanish, your assistance ensures that language barriers do not prevent children from sharing their stories and understanding their rights.
How to Sign Up
If you are interested in volunteering with Project Reunify, you can sign up here. We will provide you with all the necessary information, including training materials, safety protocols, and detailed plans for the visits.
Make a Difference in the Lives of Children
Volunteering with Project Reunify is more than just giving your time—it’s standing up for the rights of children who desperately need advocates. Your efforts will help us continue to fight for humane conditions and fair treatment for detained children at the U.S. border.
Thank you for considering this vital work. We look forward to having you on our team and working together to bring hope and justice to these vulnerable children.
For more information about Project Reunify, visit our website or contact us directly at info@centerforhumanrights.org.
Together, we can make sure no child is left behind in the immigration process. Join Project Reunify today and be a part of the change.
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