For Immigrant Youth, Local Soccer Leagues Are a Rare Safe Space
Jun 13, 2025•25 min
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Episode description
The Trump Administration’s immigration crackdown has left few safe spaces for immigrants. But in the East Bay, local soccer leagues have provided a rare sense of psychological safety for immigrant newcomers.
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As Safe Spaces Shrink, Immigrant Youth Find Solace in 'The Beautiful Game'
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