How Sindy Overcame Challenges to Secure Legal Relief

Every child deserves safety, hope, and the chance to thrive. This World Children's Day, hear Sindy’s inspiring story. She fled Honduras with her little sister…...

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Axell’s Journey: Surviving, Dreaming, and Finding a New Beginning

Read Axell’s inspiring journey from escaping gang violence in Honduras to finding hope and transformation in the United States. Through the support of KIND, Axell…...

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Running Towards Dreams: Ana's Story

Read about Ana's inspiring journey from Guatemala to the United States, overcoming immense challenges in pursuit of her dreams. Ana's story highlights her resilience, determination,…...

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From Refugee to Role Model: Abdirahman’s Journey to Success

Discover Abdirahman's inspiring journey from seeking safety in the U.S. as a young refugee to achieving success and building a fulfilling life. Learn how his…...

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Shafi's Journey to Safety from Afghanistan to the U.S.

Shafi's journey from Afghanistan to the U.S. stands as a powerful testament this World Refugee Day. Learn about his inspiring story through his heartfelt handwritten…...

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An Immigrant Youth's Journey to Identity and Acceptance

Pride Month holds deep significance for many, especially for immigrant gay youth who often face unique challenges in their journey to self-acceptance. For one young…...

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A Transgender Immigrant Youth's Story of Pride and Acceptance

Read the courageous story of Alexandra, a transgender woman whose journey to self-acceptance has been marked by resilience and determination. Growing up amidst familial rejection…...

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Pro Bono Attorney Spotlight: Sarah Geiger from Willkie Farr & Gallagher LLP

Meet Sarah Geiger, an exceptional attorney from Willkie Farr & Gallagher LLP, whose journey with Kids in Need of Defense (KIND) began in 2016. Drawn…...

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Seeking Safety, Creating Change

As part of KIND's annual gala, Coming Together for Children Alone, Kids in Need of Defense debuted its art exhibit created by unaccompanied children and…...

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