I was scouring the internet today trying to find a brand spanking new news story to post on the blog, when I ran across a piece on an older, but still developing story. Most of you probably know that the United States is contemplating building a large wall that moves along the border of the United States and Mexico. Presumably, the point of this wall is to keep "illegal aliens" from entering the country.
Much debate has occured over the past few decades about the affects that these "illegals" have on our economy and federal programs. As I was reading this story, it occured to me that the issue of those who are in this country illegally is quite relevant to us as social workers. As social workers, we are mandatory reporters of children and elders in abusive situations. However, I do not believe that we are required to report someone who is in this country illegally.
Should we be?
What do you think our responsibility should be with the issue of "illegal alients"?
Read this story from National Geographic on the issue to further inform your opinion.
