"They Grow up in That Environment": Latinx Immigrant Mothers' Sociopolitical Engagement, Youth Agency, and the Role of Community Organizations in a Divisive US Immigration Landscape.

Drawing from the healing ethno-racial trauma framework we explore how Latinx mothers' understanding of sociopolitical issues and civic engagement potentially facilitates youth's own understanding and healing from the ethnic-racial trauma experienced by their community. In-depth interviews were conducted with six Latinx immigrant mothers and adolescents (12 individuals) involved in Cosecha, a grassroots immigrant rights organization. Thematic analysis resulted in two themes from interviews with mothers: (1) Familial activism and community organizing; and (2) Sociopolitical climate and socialization. Two additional themes emerged from adolescents' interviews: (1) Familial activism, fears and community support; and (2) Sociopolitical communication and awareness. Results suggest that mothers' participation in Cosecha promotes agency, empowerment, and healing among youth. Engagement in grassroots organizing may support healing and empowerment for mothers and youth. By engaging in efforts that affirm the human rights of immigrants, mothers model positive coping mechanisms. In turn, youth develop a greater sense of personal agency and belonging, and deeper knowledge of social justice issues in their communities through protesting.