[ [link removed] ]Katie Porter for Congress

John,

This summer, I visited the U.S.-Mexico border in Tijuana to listen and
learn from the people there: migrants, refugees, and border patrol alike.
The stories I heard were moving. Hundreds of people who don’t have a home
or clear next step are peacefully and patiently sharing one small space—no
privacy, no personal belongings. And as a mom, I was especially moved by
the parents I saw there, who are seeking a better life for their families,
but right now, can’t answer the questions their kids have: When will we be
home? Are we safe here? Will I go to school? Many of these families live
this way for years.

In the midst of these conditions, PILAglobal is doing incredible work to
offer kids a chance to learn and play in a safe, peaceful, and engaging
environment. They’re a Los Angeles based organization that operates
education spaces for young asylum seekers living in refugee camps and
migrant shelters. These spaces are called ‘Nests’ and today, PILA runs
Nests not just in Tijuana, but also in Greece, the Democratic Republic of
Congo, and Zimbabwe.

The Nest I visited in Tijuana serves up to 100 children between the ages
of three and ten each day, offering them a space for joy, learning and
healing.

[ [link removed] ]A 'before' image of a PILAglobal nest in Mexico. The room is empty and
dirty.[ [link removed] ]An 'after' pic of the nest. The room is freshly painted and has
shelving and goods.

Before and after photos of PILAglobal’s Nest in Tijuana, Mexico. The
vision they have to turn these rooms into world class spaces is
incredible.

[ [link removed] ]If you'd like to support their mission of educating children who live
in refugee camps and migrant shelters—make a contribution to PILAglobal
today.

Donate to PILAgobal ›››

The reality is that our country has serious work to do to fix our
immigration and asylum system. As migrants asked me ‘how do I apply for
asylum,’ the answer was grim, and I saw how we are violating laws that
require us to review migrants for a legitimate fear of persecution in
their home countries. I’ll keep fighting for better oversight, and for
real solutions to the problems within our immigration system.

I’m thankful for the people at PILAglobal who are doing this life-changing
work. And thank you, John for
supporting this excellent organization and the brave families they serve.
[ [link removed] ]Your donation will truly make a difference in the life of a child.

Katie Porter

[ [link removed] ]Donate to PILAgobal ›››

[ [link removed] ]Click here to learn more about their work


 


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