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Bridge

our mission

DNA Bridge is a consortium of scientists and human rights experts working to enable and promote the ethical and secure use of DNA data to reunify families separated by armed conflicts, political repression, immigration, climate change, and disasters. Our goal is to support the use of DNA analysis in a humane manner to reunify families and identify missing persons around the globe

our mission

logo explanation

The DNA Bridge logo can be read as both a double helix DNA strand and a bridge. The cables of the bridge link science and human rights to create a DNA-led structure that can safely connect separated family members. Its arch shelters our lowercase name, reflecting the use of DNA as selective and protective tool. The bridge also represents a safe, smooth, and efficient pathway across borders and the necessary collaboration between organizations for family reunification. Our gentle turquoise colors represent both science and the feelings of home and family

what we do

Zero tolerance policy response

The separation of families from their children as a result of the "zero tolerance" policies of the former Trump Administration and the methodological lack in the attempt at reunification, is a clear example of the importance of establishing a scientific strategy based on the studies of DNA

Emphasize the need to reunite families separated as a result of the Zero Tolerance policy
Highlight the need for safety for migrant families and children and solutions for separated families
Develop a DNA-led approach to reunify separated families since 2017, where reunification is safe and responsible and with consideration of the best interest of the child first

Global separations response

The lack of science-based tools to reunite the Zero Tolerance separated families highlights the need for global tools to address ongoing and future family separations

Advocate for global DNA-led tools for future family separations
Advocate for socially responsible use of science, avoiding potential misuse and colonialism
Construct a DNA-led approach for reunification of families outside of government control with global applicability
Advocate for necessary legislative or regulatory reforms specifically with regard to operationalizing the approach with clear DNA data access and use restrictions
Develop consent protocols and ethically sound policies for DNA data handling