Santa Clara's Underground Network for Immigrants
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In Santa Clara County, social workers are combating immigrant families fears of federal immigration agents by conducting covert meetings in safe locations. This clandestine network, which has expanded since last years mass deportation drive, helps at-risk youth stay engaged in school and families build coping skills without risking encounters. Groups like El Comité, run by county social services volunteers, provide essential services such as delivering groceries, funding scholarships, and covering identification document fees. However, the chilling effect is profound, with some undocumented residents choosing to leave the country and others avoiding hospitals and county offices. County leaders face a significant deficit but have allocated more aid to immigrant nonprofits and trained employees on safety protocols. Frontline workers advocate for official funding and broader staff education to alleviate the strain. Despite these challenges, the push for systemic changes continues to make services accessible without the constant fear.
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