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Children are often orphaned or separated from their parents as a result of conflict or persecution around the world. Others, desperate to escape violence or poverty, risk everything to go in search of safety and opportunity.
When unaccompanied migrant children are released to a guardian, need an advocate or a loving family, Lutheran Immigration and Refugee Service is there to help. We are renowned experts in serving and advocating for the best interests of refugee and immigrant children. We promote family unity and reunification when it is a viable, safe option. And we actively partner with other domestic and international organizations to advance the best interest of all separated and unaccompanied children, within the United States and globally.
Portrait Gallery
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How We Serve
Reuniting Families
When unaccompanied refugee and immigrant children seek to reunite with family members already living in the United States, Lutheran Immigration and Refugee Service is there. We ensure that children are in safe home environments while maintaining family unity. Read more.
Finding Loving Homes
Lutheran Immigration and Refugee Service is one of two organizations in the world that provide specialized foster care services for refugee children who are resettled without parents or guardians. When reuniting with family is not possible, we find loving homes for unaccompanied refugee and immigrant children and support them as they rebuild their young lives. Read More.
Fingerprint Network
LIRS collaborates with the Office of Refugee Resettlement, Division of Unaccompanied Children Services (ORR/DUCS) to make sure that children go to appropriate caregivers, who will look out for their well-being and provide them with safe homes. Read More.
Child Immigration Listserv
Our Child Immigration Listserv is a platform for immigration advocates to openly share information and seek advice. More than 450 professionals from various fields currently participate. Please e-mail Children's Services if you would like to join.
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Facts About Children
Lutheran Immigration and Refugee Service currently supports 104 immigrant children who were released from detention to family or other caregivers. Our child specialists ensure that they continue to find safety, security, and success in their new homes and communities.
In 2010 Lutheran Immigration and Refugee Service found caring foster homes and placement for 223 children, including
- 121 refugee children arriving from overseas,
- 52 unaccompanied immigrant children,
- 19 victims of child trafficking, and
- 20 children who received status as Special Immigrant Juveniles.
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