No child should face the immigration process alone
What We Do
We provide free lawyers to immigrant and refugee children who are being deported
Legal Services
We stand up for children by standing with them in immigration court. The government does not provide them with legal counsel, so we do — and we win over 80% of our cases.
Need Help?
Safe Passage Project gives lawyers to immigrant children under the age of 21 in New York City and Long Island. If you are in need of help, click below to contact us.
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Want to Help?
Safe Passage Project is able to succeed because of the dedication of passionate lawyers and non-lawyers alike. Volunteer with us or apply for an open position!
Work With UsResources
The path to legal relief is often a complicated one.
Depending on the selected strategy – cases can take 18 to 24 months to complete. If you’re new to representing children in immigration court, check out our resources.
All Resources2017 Special Immigrant Juvenile Status Manual
This manual is a step-by-step resource guide for representation of a SIJS-eligible clients.
More Info
Download DocumentTraining Attorneys in the Process
By tapping into the existing NYC pro bono network and sharing what we’ve learned, we are building a movement of people deeply passionate about fighting for the rights of immigrant children.
Latest News & Updates
Client Bravely Gives Testimony before New York City Council
On December 19th, 2018 our young client Axel gave testimony to the New York City ...
Safe Passage Project Executive Director Rich Leimsider Speaks with State Assemblyman Phil Ramos
This week Rich Leimsider, Executive Director of Safe Passage Project, joined State Assemblyman Phil Ramos ...
Lenni Benson Named 2018 Child 10 Awardee
Lenni Benson, Founder of Safe Passage Project, has been named one of Child 10’s 2018 ...
Upcoming Events & Trainings
Learn How to Represent Children Facing Deportation
Join Safe Passage Project for a free training on legal relief available to immigrant children, including Special Immigrant Juvenile Status and asylum.
Venue:
New York Law School
185 West Broadway, New York, NY 10013
Room W400
February 21, 2019, 4:30pm