For some children and young adults, this time out of school can also carry with it the risk of an unwanted engagement or marriage.

As advocates working to end forced marriage in the United States, we are very familiar with the many misconceptions about the issue. Even among other anti-violence advocates, forced marriage remains under-recognized and poorly understood.

Updated May 31, 2022   The History of Asian American Pacific Islander (AAPI) Month  Established in 1992, May is Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month – celebrating the traditions, culture, and history of Asian Americans […]

The Tahirih team has put together a wide range of resources to highlight Black History Month – from books to articles and trainings to social media accounts – that will […]

At the Tahirih Justice Center, we believe that it is not enough to simply win a client’s legal case. We work to support their needs and connect them with a variety of services, like skill–building opportunities, workforce readiness and education programs, counseling, and […]

The Tahirih Justice Center joined more than 400 immigrant justice organizations and ally groups to express our solidarity with Black communities. Read the full text of the letter below:   […]

Meet Guadalupe, Children’s Legal Advocate and DOJ Fully Accredited Representative