Immigration Policies and Family Separation

Vocabulary flashcards covering the impact of immigration laws and family separation on children's well-being and education.

Immigration Policy

Laws and rules made by the government about who can stay, live and enter the country.

Deportation

The act of forcing someone to leave a country & return to their home country.

Family Separation

When childrens are taken away from their parents or guardians.

Emotional Trauma

Strong emotional pain caused by a upsetting experience.

Legal Vulnerability

A measure where higher levels signify a greater risk of detention or deportation, impacting the family environment and child well-being.

The Impact Of Detention And Deportation on Latino Immigrant Children and Families

An article used to show how immigration laws affect children emotionally, mentally, and physically.

Edison High School

A location in Philadelphia where students participated in a walk out to protest against immigration laws that separate families.

Emotional and Mental Effects of Separation

Experiences such as fear, confusion, stress, and anxiety that can lead to long lasting struggles for children.

Impact on Education

The consequence of immigration policies where children struggle to focus or succeed in class due to the stress and fear of family separation.