
Protecting undocumented children in the UK
We provide free expert legal help to undocumented children, young people, and families
We protect the rights and wellbeing of undocumented children and young people
We campaign for systematic change to ensure that all children are safe and able to thrive, regardless of their immigration status
215,000
undocumented children living in the UK today
99%
our success rate in completed cases
434
children and young people helped this year
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Working on KIND UK cases is a rewarding experience and a unique pro bono opportunity for law firms.
All training on immigration cases is provided by our experts, and all our lawyers received top quality supervision throughout.
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We provide free legal advice and representation to undocumented children, young people and families in the UK.
We take on cases of children and young people anywhere in the UK aged 0 to 18, Applications for UK citizenship, Applications for leave to remain in the UK.
Telephoning Karla to tell her the good news is definitely one of the highlights of my career. Having endured a tough start to life, she was finally able to plan for her future. It was an incredible privilege to help her on her journey.
Helena Milner-Smith, Special Counsel at Covington & Burling LLP
An estimated 215,000 undocumented children live in the UK today
- Protecting the rights of undocumented children – the future of KINDOur achievements to date and objectives for 2022-2025 – download our 2022-2025 Strategic Plan We strive for a world… Read More »Protecting the rights of undocumented children – the future of KIND
- Routes to children’s nationality and immigration statusDownload this resource by clicking here Children’s nationality and immigration status This is a summary of some of the… Read More »Routes to children’s nationality and immigration status
- Training for Local Authority staff on childrens’ citizenshipFree training on UK citizenship, immigration and nationality law for local authority practice managers, trainers, IROs and others who train, mentor or review children’s social work
- Walking with AmalKIND joined Little Amal on her Walk through Europe – we met her before we held a children’s citizenship ceremony.
Contact us
info@kidsinneedofdefense.org.uk
KIND UK
Central England Law Centre
Oakwood House
St Patricks Road
Coventry CV1 2HL