All children deserve to be protected from harm. The health of our children is only possible when each and every one is protected. And yet, far too many children and families have had their rights violated while seeking asylum in the United States.

Families and unaccompanied children crossing the border must be protected and processed safely in the United States. Being forced to remain in camps and shelters in Mexico puts already vulnerable families at even greater risk.

Here are three ways that you can get involved in the call to help vulnerable children at the U.S. Southern Border:

  1. Learn About Why Migrant Children are Seeking Asylum
  2. Speak Up About the Treatment of Migrant Children Migrating from Central America
  3. Support Our Work for Migrant Children at the U.S.-Mexico Border

Save the Children does not choose sides – we choose children and will always work to uphold and protect their rights in any crisis or circumstance. Here are 3 ways you can help migrant children and families at the U.S. Southern Border:

  • Donate to the U.S. Border Crisis Children’s Relief Fund: Your donation today will help us meet the urgent needs of children and families.
  • Comfort Children at the U.S. Border: Comfort kits, including warm blankets, hygiene supplies and backpacks with school materials help these children feel safe and calm emotional distress, while also helping them prepare for and look forward to returning to school.
  • Sponsor a Child In El Salvador: Since 1980, Save the Children in El Salvador has worked with local communities and organizations to design Sponsorship programs for kids. Targeted to help children from early childhood to early adulthood, our programs work to make a healthy and safe environment where children can learn and grow.

Read the full article about helping immigrant children at Save the Children.