This training program teaches the essentials of representing children in immigration matters. This is a chance to make an immense difference for a child who would otherwise face complex proceedings pro se - while also challenging yourself and building courtroom & counseling skills. Topics include:

• Why do children migrate to the US? Why are children placed in detention? What are "removal" proceedings in immigration court?
• Procedure and practice in immigration court
• An introduction to claims for relief:
  -Special Immigrant Juvenile Status: protection for victims of parental abuse, neglect, or abandonment
  -Asylum: protection for victims of persecution
  -Other options: T & U Visas, Prosecutorial Discretion
• Best practices in serving the child client
• Resources & mentorship for pro bono attorneys

KIND mentors pro bono attorneys throughout the course of the child's case, through strategy discussions, sample documents, role-playing at mock hearings, and other ongoing support. Pro bono cases will be available for placement at or before the training. The deadline to RSVP is COB Friday, April 4th.