As City Sees Uptick in Unaccompanied Immigrant Youth, Lawmakers Probe 'Gaps in Services'

Councilwoman Alexa Avilés emphasized, "We want to make sure that the city does not forget the lessons of the past," referencing the Unaccompanied Minors Initiative initiated in 2014. This initiative was crucial in providing legal representation for minors escaping violence, indicating the ongoing need for support and lessons learned in aiding unaccompanied minors in the current landscape.

Sierra Kraft, the executive director of ICARE coalition, pointed out a critical issue: "Advocates have noted that gaps in services remain for immigrant youth to arrive in the U.S. as UAC." This highlights the need for continued advocacy and development of services aimed at supporting unaccompanied minors effectively.

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