Kids in tough spots often get the short end of the stick, especially when it comes to violence, despite it being known that violence disproportionately affects marginalized communities. Help is supposed to be available through Crime Victim Compensation (CVC),  in Canada and the United States.

    Victims of crime and their families are supposed to get financial help. Here's an example of what is going on in Illinois:  The CVC there offers up to $27, 000 to for mental health support, move assistance, and burial costs.  This is the money that  kids might get. The utmost importance for young ones is to apply if they have aim to get this.

        Filing a claim can be really tricky.  It is vital for those who are filing for assistance to be guided as best as possible. Those who are very young, could end up getting lost in the process. The justice system is meant to help, right? That makes us question enough is being done to make sure all kids get a fair shot.

        Getting the full amount of $27, 000 can be a challenge. What if kids from different backgrounds aren't getting equal treatment? That's a big question. There is a petition for inequality in claim outcomes for our kids in Illinois. To top it off there has not really been any studies on it.

        Also, minor children have always been vulnerable. This  vulnerability can be compounded by something like filing a claim. If they need help they might not be able to get it in time.

       In a prosperous country like the US (having one of the largest economies) it is disgraceful that equal opportunities are not provided. The child deserves the right to be treated fairly. The right for equal treatment is important.   All young victims have the same need for resources and support.

        Having a proper support system for our kids is  essential. Systems are supposed to be in place for things like this. Our kids should not be suffering hit by violence and then rejected by the system. We should be ensuring that a child will get the justice they deserve.

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