Trauma at the Border and Beyond

  • November 1, 2019
  • 1:00 PM - 4:00 CST
  • Corboy Law Center, Ceremonial Courtroom, Room 1040
  • Briana Hill, childlaw-center@luc.edu
  • FREE
  • All
    Open to the public.
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    Trauma at the Border and Beyond: Advocating for Unaccompanied Immigrant Children

    This symposium will explore many of the current issues surrounding immigration as it relates to children and youth. Distinguished speakers will discuss the challenges unaccompanied immigrant children face in the legal system, as well as the legal and ethical issues related to representing unaccompanied minors. The symposium will also delve into topics such as trauma, immigration policy, and mental health. Finally, speakers will discuss best practices for representing unaccompanied minors in a holistic manner, all with the goal of advocating for immigrant children and youth more effectively.

    Register at www.luc.edu/childsymposium.