The “Protect Your Children” initiative is a campaign launched by World Voices Media, a California-based non-profit organization, in collaboration with HCN Global.
The main objective of this initiative is to educate and empower immigrant parents in the United States to take proactive steps in appointing temporary guardians for their children, thus preventing their children from being placed in foster care in the event that the parents are detained or deported.
Protect your children’: Importance of temporary guardianship
In the United States, approximately 5.4 million native-born children have at least one parent with irregular immigration status. These children are at risk of being separated from their families and placed in the foster care system if their parents are detained by immigration authorities.
The appointment of a temporary guardian is a preventive measure that allows parents to ensure that, in the event of an emergency, their children will be under the care of a trusted person, guaranteeing their emotional and legal well-being.
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Process for appointing a temporary guardian
The process for establishing a temporary guardianship varies by state, but generally includes the following steps:
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Selection of Guardian: Parents should select a trusted person who is a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident to act as temporary guardian for their children.
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Legal Documentation: Complete a temporary guardianship form or power of attorney, specifying the powers granted to the guardian. This document must be signed by the parents and, in some cases, by the appointed guardian.
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Notarization: Although not always mandatory, it is recommended that the document be notarized to ensure its legal validity.
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Communication: Inform relevant institutions, such as schools and health care providers, of the guardian’s designation. In addition, it is advisable for children to know the designated guardian and how to contact him or her in case of an emergency.
Available resources
The “Protect Your Children” campaign offers multiple resources to facilitate this process.
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Bilingual Tutorials: Video guides available on platforms such as YouTube that explain in detail how to establish a valid temporary guardianship.
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Forms by State: Access to downloadable forms specific to each state, allowing parents to complete the process in accordance with local laws.
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Legal Assistance: Links to local organizations that provide direct assistance and legal advice in the process of appointing temporary guardians.
Additional security measures
In addition to the formal appointment of a guardian, the initiative recommends practical measures to ensure the safety of children.
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Contact Information: Write the contact information for the designated guardian inside the children’s shoes, ensuring that they always have access to this information in case of an emergency.
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Updating School Records: Adding the guardian’s name and information to school records as the person authorized to pick up children, facilitating a quick response in unforeseen situations.
The “Protect your Children” initiative seeks to provide peace of mind to immigrant families, ensuring that, in the event of any eventuality, children are left in the care of trusted individuals and avoiding their entry into the foster care system.
Tomar medidas preventivas, como la designación de un tutor temporal, es un acto de amor y responsabilidad que garantiza el bienestar de los niños en momentos de incertidumbre
For more information and to access available resources, visit the official campaign website: Protect Your Children.
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