Family Reunification

Imagine for a moment that you’re a child separated from your family, in a completely new country, surrounded by people who are speaking a language you can’t understand.

At Global Refuge, we see the courage and resilience of refugee and immigrant children who are faced with this situation every day — and we work diligently to protect these children and reunite them with loved ones as quickly as possible.

Through our network of trusted community partners, Global Refuge provides assistance to the U.S. government to identify family members in the country and ensure that children in our care are safely released to loved ones who are well-equipped to care for them. After families have been reunified, we provide extended support to particularly vulnerable refugee and immigrant families as they adjust to life together and navigate the immigration system.

Home Study and Post-Release Support Program

Global Refuge maintains a national network of case managers tasked with inspecting home environments, informing release decisions, and connecting families to community resources. These case managers are responsible for ensuring that children are safe and living in suitable homes, as well as actively promoting family reunification.

Post-Release Services case management offers three different levels of care, tailored to the needs of the minor and their families.

Level 1: For minors with minimal risk factors, a short-term service is provided to the minor and sponsor.

Level 2: For minors that require more investment, a significant amount of follow-up services is provided in order to ensure the minors’ well-being and successful integration into their community.

Level 3: For minors with significant needs, a targeted crisis intervention is created for the child and sponsor.