Become a Child Advocate for Immigrant Children

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Description

Our Volunteers Child Advocates work one-on-one with unaccompanied migrant children to connect with them and advocate for their rights. Child Advocates meet on a weekly basis for about an hour plus travel time.

We have some basic requirements to volunteering with us:

Must be at least 21 years old
Speak a language other than English. We have a specific need for people who speak Spanish and Central American Indigenous Languages
Have access to a car
Attend a 2-day new volunteer training
Attend an info session
Be willing and able to pass a background check

We host multiple trainings every year in both virtual and in-person formats. In 2026, trainings will take place in April, June, and September.

https://www.theyoungcenter.org/accompany-a-child/become-a-child-advocate

(PLEASE NOTE: While our administrative office is located in D.C., regular weekly visits by volunteers will take place at a facility in Prince William County, near Manassas.)

Details

	21 and older
	Is Not Family Friendly
	Is Not Outdoors
	Is Wheelchair Accessible
	Virtual Volunteer Opportunity