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of youth in the immigration system ― Accompanied vs . unaccompanied  \n― In removal proceedings vs . affirmative applicants ― Detained vs . non-detained  \n• Forms of immigration relief available to youth ― Emphasis on SIJS and asylum  \n• LSC’s Holistic Model  \n• Working with trauma-affected youth  \nLegal Services for Children  \n• Free legal and social work services for youth in guardianships, dependency, school discipline, infraction defense, and immigration  \n• We initiate cases for youth up to the age of 21 in the San Francisco Bay Area and ORR facilities in Northern California  \n• Holistic model  \n• Direct representation and Pro Bono Project  \nPro Bono Project  \n• Training – In person and web-based  \n• Mentorship—Mentor Attorney, Attorney of the Day, ILRC, and CGRS  \n• Resources – Online Resource Library  \n• Support—LSC social worker involvement  \n• Time—Accept a case when it fits your schedule. Full scope representation vs . discreet projects  \nImmigration 101-Terminology  \n• Undocumented – a person who does not have legal permission to be in the United States  \n• Documented – a person who has legal permission to be in the United States . Could be for a period of time or indefinitely.  \n• Lawful Permanent Resident – a person who has permission to live and work in the United States indefinitely, assuming they do not commit certain crimes or leave the country for long periods of time .  \n• ICE – Immigration and Customs Enforcement – Federal agency responsible for immigration enforcement. Can detain and deport/remove immigrants.  \n• USCIS – U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services – handles affirmative applications for immigration benefits and relief.  \n• ORR – Office of Refugee Resettlement – Federal agency responsible for the custody of unaccompanied alien minors .  \nTwo groups of immigrant youth  \n• Accompanied – youth who are living with a parent or guardian in the United States  \n• Unaccompanied – youth who have immigrated to the United States alone or who do not have a parent or legal guardian in the United States to care for them  \n― Unaccompanied Alien Child (UAC)– 6 USC § 279(g)(2)  \n• Has no lawful immigration status in the U.S.;  \n• Has not attained 18 years of age;  \n• And: (1) no parent or legal guardian in the U.S.; or (2) no parent or legal guardian in the [U.S. is](U.S. is) available to provide care and physical custody.  \nQuiz – True or False?  \nIllegal immigration to the United States is at an all time high since  \n2000.  \nANSWER: FALSE  \nMigration crisis?  \n[https://www.migrationpolicy.org/news/crisis-border-not-numbers](https://www.migrationpolicy.org/news/crisis-border-not-numbers)","cbCaioQ0o3moU0kK","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCaioQ0o3moU0kK","pdf",1310231,7,62,"English","# Topics of today’s training\n## Background on LSC and the Pro Bono Project\n## Overview of youth in the immigration system\n# Forms of immigration relief available to youth\n## Emphasis on SIJS and asylum\n# LSC’s Holistic Model\n## Working with trauma-affected youth\n# Legal Services for Children\n## Free legal and social work services\n## Initiating cases and holistic model\n# Pro Bono Project\n## Training, mentorship, resources, and support\n# Immigration 101 - Terminology\n## Key definitions and agencies\n# Two groups of immigrant youth\n## Accompanied vs. unaccompanied\n# Quiz - True or False?","[{\"question\":\"What youth categories does the training distinguish in the immigration system?\",\"answer\":\"It distinguishes accompanied youth living with a parent or guardian in the United States from unaccompanied youth who arrive alone or lack a parent/legal guardian in the U.S. It also references the legal concept of Unaccompanied Alien Child (UAC).\"},{\"question\":\"Which immigration relief options are emphasized for youth?\",\"answer\":\"The deck emphasizes SIJS and asylum as key forms of immigration relief, while also reviewing other relief options available to youth.\"},{\"question\":\"What does the LSC holistic model involve for working with trauma-affected youth?\",\"answer\":\"It centers on a holistic approach combining direct representation and pro bono support, including involvement of an LSC social worker and trauma-informed practice when working with affected youth.\"}]","Representing Youth in Immigration Proceedings - Training Overview | PDF",1789823719,22]