It is possible for VAWA self-petitioners to include their children in their claim. If a self-petition is approved, all derivative beneficiaries (i.e., children) are granted both the same immigration status and priority date as the self-petitioner. This means that they can apply for Lawful Permanent Resident status once a visa is available. As a VAWA self-petitioner, you are also able to add a child that was born after the petition was already approved.