Lillian Aponte Miranda

Lillian Aponte Miranda, Executive Director of the Florence Project, passionately discusses the heartbreaking realities faced by unaccompanied immigrant children in U.S. immigration court. She shares personal insights from recent protests against ICE, emphasizing the urgent need for community action and advocacy. The conversation highlights the emotional struggles these vulnerable children endure without legal support, urging listeners to use their voices and resources to protect those in need. Lillian's dedication to immigrant rights and social justice shines through, inspiring hope amid despair.

Lillian Aponte Miranda and Shaina Aber, leaders in immigrant rights, discuss the alarming reality of children facing immigration courts alone. They reveal the emotional and legal struggles these minors endure without proper representation and the crucial role of community support in advocating for their rights. Personal stories illuminate the dire circumstances prompting children to seek safety in the U.S. The conversation emphasizes the necessity for reform and collective action to protect these vulnerable individuals from the harsh effects of ICE.