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California Voice: State program for migrant children could be a national model if legislators support it

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California Voice: State program for migrant children could be a national model if legislators support it

Stephanie L. Canizales, Marin Independent Journal (April 2, 2023)

California is launching a new program called the “California Foster Youth Program for Unaccompanied Immigrant Children,” which will provide support to migrant children who arrive in the state without their parents.

Safety Net Barriers Add to Child Poverty in Immigrant Families

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Safety Net Barriers Add to Child Poverty in Immigrant Families

Jason DeParle, New York Times (April 6, 2023)

The Biden administration is launching a new initiative called the “Immigrant Families First” plan, which will provide targeted assistance to families with children who are living in poverty and facing immigration-related challenges, such as language barriers or fear of deportation.

I grew up in Mexico and my dad helped me pay for school by sending money from the US. Now, I’m helping other immigrant families do the same.

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I grew up in Mexico and my dad helped me pay for school by sending money from the US. Now, I’m helping other immigrant families do the same.

Kelly Burch, Insider (April 11, 2023)

This article provides a personal perspective on the experiences of Mexican immigrants in the U.S., highlighting the challenges they face in pursuing a better life for themselves and their families.

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