Immigrant minors often face overwhelming challenges when seeking safety and stability in the United States. For many, their journey begins with difficult decisions, often made under the weight of fear and uncertainty. These young individuals may have endured unimaginable hardships, including abuse, neglect, or persecution, before finding their way here. U.S. immigration...
Category: SIJS
Understanding Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS): Who Qualifies and Why It Matters
For many children facing difficult situations, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS) provides a lifeline to safety and stability in the U.S. SIJS offers legal protection and the opportunity to apply for a green card to those who have experienced abuse, neglect, or abandonment by one or both parents. It’s a pathway toward...