Over a million children have risked their lives trying to reach the United States. Although many make it across the Mexican border not all have the same luck. Those that cannot cross have to return to the lifestyle of violence and poverty that they tried so hard to flee. We should take into consideration that these children are forced to go back to Mexico and their dreams are crushed, they feel hopeless and scared. We should create a safer environment for these kids and come up with violence prevention programs. If the kids feel safe at their home then they would not try to migrate to a different country. These programs implement policies and identify resources that help reduce crime and violence. According to studies “A child that grows up in poverty, without access to quality education and with limited opportunities to get involved in productive activities, can easily be caught in a violence circle that continues into his or her adult life. ” These programs can serve as an escape for those children that do not feel safe enough in their homes and can prevent them from making the wrong decisions in life. These programs can be the future of the children who are in a tough position and who do not have the right guidance. This can be the assistance they lack.
