Lifesaver: Stand up for families and people seeking safety

Imagine this…You and your family have to leave your home because it’s no longer safe. Maybe there’s war, maybe people are being hurt just for being who they are, or maybe your parents just want you to have a chance at a better future. You travel for months, facing hunger, exhaustion, and fear, hoping to find safety. Finally, you reach the U.S. border, believing you’ll get a chance to ask for protection.

But then—just as you’re about to take that step—you’re told: No

No appointment. No chance to explain why you’re in danger. No safe place to go.

Now imagine that the president of the United States is making this even worse. Right after taking office, President Donald Trump stopped people from applying for safety, canceled thousands of appointments, and started planning to send millions of people away—many back to places where they could be harmed.

This means families could be separated, children could be locked in detention centers, and people who have lived in the U.S. for years—maybe even your classmates, neighbors, or friends—could be forced to leave everything behind.

This isn’t just unfair. It’s cruel.

Your voice matters

You may think, “I’m just one person. What can I do?” But history has shown that when young people speak up, leaders listen. And right now, we need to make sure President Trump listens.

Take Action: Write a Letter to the President

One of the most powerful things you can do is write a letter to the President of the United States. If enough young people raise their voices, we can show that America should be a place of safety and fairness—not fear and cruelty.

Ready to write your letter? Here’s how:

1. Start with a greeting.
   Example: “Dear President Trump,”
2. Introduce yourself.
   Say your name, age, and where you’re from. Example:
   “My name is Alex, I’m 13 years old, and I live in [your city, country].”
3. Explain why you’re writing.
   • Tell him that his immigration policies are harming real people.
   • Share why you believe families should be protected.
   • If you know someone who could be affected, mention it.
4. Make your request clear.
   Example: “I urge you to stop mass deportations and let people apply for safety.”
5. End with a strong closing.
   Example: “Please do the right thing. People’s lives depend on it.”
6. Sign your name.

You have the power to make a difference!

The President needs to hear from young people who care about fairness and kindness. Writing a letter may seem small, but when thousands of young voices come together, it can change the world.

You can download a PDF of this action and share it with your friends so that they too can add their voice to this call.