Advocacy and Resources

Pillar 3 | Advocacy

The Center of Excellence for Immigrant Child Health and Wellbeing is a resource for the entire community, providing leadership and promoting best practices for serving immigrant communities. The Center works with partners within UCSF and community-based organizations to create a safe and welcoming environment in our hospitals and clinics for all families, with a focus on immigrant families and advocates for immigrant rights providing resources and tools to empower the community. 

Community Collective Action 

Engages stakeholders within the hospital and in the community to align and strengthen advocacy efforts for immigrant children and their families. 

Safe Hospitals 

Interim Policy on Responding to Immigration Enforcement Issues Involving Patients in UC Health Facilities.

Community Building

The Center collaborates with hospital and community partners to highlight the contributions of our diverse communities through activities and events. 

Policy Recommendations and Analysis 

Aiming to protect the health, safety and rights of immigrants within the clinical setting and in the community. 

Family and Community Resources

Please see our resources below.

Family Education 

Supporting immigrant families in navigating healthcare systems and accessing community resources, including knowing their legal rights and safety in our hospitals and clinical environments. 

Resources