Why Education?

Why Education?

Refugee and migrant children and their families from Central America and Mexico are leaving their homes because of violence and extreme poverty. When these families arrive at the U.S. - Mexico border to seek asylum they begin a waiting period that can last from 3 months to over a year. During this time families stay in shelters which provide little opportunity for the adults to work and for the children to have a safe place for mental, physical and socio-emotional development.

The migrant children in these shelters are not able to attend public or private school in Mexico due to their legal status, location and/or financial situation. The period of travel and asylum wait time creates an irrevocable negative impact on the lives of these children. They will not only miss up to an entire year of school, but for some this lapse in their education may prevent them from ever stepping foot inside a classroom again.

Yes We Can World Foundation is committed to providing quality education, safe spaces and mental health support to refugee and migrant communities. See how progress is being made by viewing our latest impact report.