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refugio Network
- •Traumatized and are experiencing heightened stress and anxiety as they find integration into their schools, communities, and families difficult.
- •Without appropriate coping and conflict resolution skills, and are approaching crisis situations, with more than 60% showing signs of PTSD.
- •Providing Central American Children and Families (CACF) with support in the form of tools and strategies to work through conflict
- •Provide CACF opportunities that promote positive Cultural Integration and Civic Engagement
- •Raise awareness within the Faith Community of the plight of the Northern Triangle and that of Central American Children and Families
- •Mobilize the Faith Community to engage in meaningful relationships with Central American Children and Families
- •Identify and promote collaboration among existing service providers, people of faith and faith-based organizations.
who is the immigrant?
Brandon
15 Years Old
Brandon
15 Years Old
My name is Brandon. I came to the U.S. two years ago so that I could leave behind the violence in my city. I enjoy being in the U.S. I’m in school, I’m a good English speaker, I play the drums in my church worship team. While my family is poor, we are happy that we are together and that we have the opportunity to work and excel.
Brian
3 Years Old
Brian
3 Years Old
My name is Brian. I am 3 years old and am trying to reach my mother who lives in California. I look forward to seeing my mother.
Damaris
12 Years Old
Damaris
12 Years Old
My name is Damaris. I started my trip to the US with my grandmother but along the way we were taken over by criminals as we walked through the desert. I lost my grandmother and haven’t been able to find her but I continued on my journey so that I could be reunited with my mother in the U.S.
Jason
15 Years Old
Jason
15 Years Old
My name is Jason. I left my home because there were many gangs in my neighborhood that I didn’t know how else to escape. I’m hoping to be united with family in the U.S. I’m eager to learn English and to make something of myself. I want to see the ocean. I want to sleep on a bed.
Julian
15 Years Old
Julian
15 Years Old
My name is Julian. I’ve left my small village in Central America because there are not any educational opportunities for me. I want to become a doctor. I know it’s not going to be easy in the United States but I want to learn, to become educated, and to help others. I do not know English but I’m working hard to learn every opportunity I have. I enjoy music and playing Soccer. I love American food. I like the Seattle Seahawks.
members commitment
- 1Provide services and support for the physical, mental, emotional, and/or spiritual well-being of the child and his/her family.
- 2Provide support to children and families without any financial obligation or participation in any religious activity.
- 3Serve immigrant children and their families with respect, dignity, and love
- 4Protect the safety and well-being of the children and families they serve
- 5Engage in ongoing training to better serve immigrant children and families
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