The Invisible Backpack: Understanding Hidden Trauma Among Immigrant and Refugee Children

What if the heaviest burden a child carries is one we cannot see? The Invisible Backpack: Understanding Hidden Trauma Among Immigrant and Refugee Children is a community conversation about the hidden impact of fear, uncertainty, and immigration-related stress on children and families. Many immigrant and refugee children carry an "invisible backpack" filled with experiences that can affect their well-being, relationships, and ability to learn and thrive. While those challenges are often unseen, caring adults can play a powerful role in helping children build resilience and find pathways to healing. Featured Speakers: Dr. Aimee Hilado, Assistant Professor, University of Chicago Crown Family School of Social Work, Policy, and Practice Cindy Eigler, Executive Director, Coalition for Immigrant Mental Health Dr. Rebecca Ford-Paz, Co-Director and Co-Founder of Family and Immigration Rights (FAIR) Clinic, Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago Whether you are a parent, caregiver, educator, advocate, or simply someone who cares about the well-being of children, this webinar will deepen your understanding of this urgent issue while equipping you with practical ways to make a difference.