*Ana's immigration story is one of strength and determination for a better life. At just 14 years old, she was on a difficult journey to the United States that changed the course of her life forever. Read her story here: https://lnkd.in/e4zf3_WY *Named changed to protect identity #DayOfTheGirl
Kids in Need of Defense (KIND)
Non-profit Organizations
We protect unaccompanied children every step of the way in their search for safety and protection.
About us
Kids in Need of Defense (KIND) is the preeminent international nongovernmental organization devoted to the protection of unaccompanied and separated children. KIND envisions a world in which every unaccompanied child on the move has access to legal representation and has their rights and well-being protected as they migrate alone in search of safety. In 2008, KIND was founded by the Microsoft Corporation and Co-Founder and Patron Angelina Jolie to address the gap in legal services for unaccompanied children. KIND now has offices and staff across the United States, Mexico, and Europe. Our team, and KIND’s extensive network of private sector pro bono and NGO partners provide unaccompanied children with innovative holistic care that includes legal representation and assistance and psychosocial support. For more information or to get involved, please visit our website at: http://www.supportkind.org
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http://www.supportkind.org
External link for Kids in Need of Defense (KIND)
- Industry
- Non-profit Organizations
- Company size
- 201-500 employees
- Headquarters
- Washington, DC
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 2008
- Specialties
- Immigration Law, Child Advocacy, Reintegration, and Pro Bono Legal Services and Training
Locations
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Primary
1201 L St. NW
Floor 2
Washington, DC, 20005, US
Employees at Kids in Need of Defense (KIND)
Updates
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Unaccompanied children experience elevated levels of post-traumatic stress disorder, anxiety, and depression. On this #WorldMentalHealthDay, what can we do to help children navigate complicated emotions? Through our social services programs, KIND has implemented play therapy for children to process complicated and difficult experiences during their migration journey. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/eactF58c
Play Therapy and Mental Health of Unaccompanied Children
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We’re proud to introduce our 2023 Global Impact Report, along with welcoming Pamela Passman as our new Chair of Board of Directors. Inside, you’ll find moving stories and key moments from the past year, showing how our work with unaccompanied children is transforming lives. Every achievement reflects the difference we’ve made together. Read the full report here: https://lnkd.in/ePBxqrxA
2023 Global Impact Report - KIND
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Wondering how you can advocate for unaccompanied children? Start by asking the right questions! KIND's Keeping Kids Safe Campaign, developed essential questions you can ask candidates and elected officials to support child-centered policies. Download and share our resource. https://lnkd.in/en7x2aQZ #EngageforChange #KeepingKidsSafe
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Migration must be managed with humanity. Every child deserves to be treated with dignity and compassion, not as a statistic in a debate. Our blueprint outlines how children should receive care and respect throughout the immigration process. Read more here: https://bit.ly/47somtD
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We’re grateful to Microsoft for hosting a successful Field Day at their Redmond, WA campus, where our clients—many of them youth—had the opportunity to engage in exciting activities, build connections, and feel supported. Thank you, Microsoft, for supporting our mission and uplifting our community! https://lnkd.in/eUYQpqWG
Microsoft Hosts Successful Field Day for Clients at its Redmond, WA, Campus - KIND
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There are SO many ways to get involved with KIND’s mission and advocating for unaccompanied children. One way you can start is by sharing this post with your friends and reading our Blueprint here: https://bit.ly/47somtD
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What do the recent UK elections mean for unaccompanied refugee and immigrant children? 🤔 Cynthia Orchard, KIND's Consultant Policy Advisor in the UK, discusses the pivotal impact of the election on unaccompanied children. With the end of the deportation plan, this is a huge step forward in ensuring a safer future for these children. While challenges remain, KIND is committed to pushing for a fairer system and advocating for their rights. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/eA3d8gMb (Photo by DANIEL LEAL/AFP via Getty Images)
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Supporting the mental health of unaccompanied children and youth is essential. KIND’s trauma-informed therapeutic toolkit equips social services staff and paralegals with the tools they need to provide compassionate care. This guide offers strategies for meaningful engagement during intakes and when delivering legal information in Office of Refugee Resettlement shelters. It’s all about helping young clients feel supported as they adapt to life in a new country. Learn more here: https://lnkd.in/gv7vWAeu #NationalChildHealthDay
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Say hello to KIND’s Blueprint to a brighter future! ⭐ We’re providing real, actionable solutions to safeguard unaccompanied children. With your help, we can ensure the most vulnerable have the protection they need at every step of their migration journey. Want to get involved? Start by checking out our blueprint here: https://bit.ly/47somtD