John Henry, Author at Children's Defense Fund

CDF: White House Must End Federal Militarized Immigration Enforcement in U.S. Communities, Citing Harm to Nation’s Children

On Friday, CDF President & CEO Rev. Dr. Starsky Wilson spoke out against the Trump administration’s use of force in immigration enforcement at a press conference outside the White House in Washington, D.C.

January 9, 2026 | National

Trump Administration Policy Proposal Means Chaos, Bias for Mixed-Status Families, CDF Warns

CDF submitted several comments to the federal government cautioning the proposal would deter families from accessing healthcare and nutrition assistance while exposing millions of children in immigrant families to arbitrary green card denials.

December 18, 2025 | National

CDF, Four Leading Child Advocacy Groups Urge Court to Release NYC Teen from Immigrant Detention Facility

Advocates challenge prolonged detention as unnecessary and unjust, highlighting its impact on youth.

November 16, 2025 | National

CDF to Honor Changemakers, Youth Advocates at National Celebration of Joy

The organization will honor three individuals as Advocates for Joy for their outstanding work advancing policies, building power, and strengthening programs that support children and young people across America.

November 4, 2025 | National

SNAP & the Shutdown: The Real Crisis Isn’t What Families Purchase, It’s That They Can’t Afford to Eat

Statement from Oleta Garrett Fitzgerald, Director of Children’s Defense Fund-Southern Regional Office and Regional administrator of the Southern Rural Black Women’s Initiative

November 3, 2025 | National

National Leaders, Youth Voices to Gather in DC for American Youth Policy Forum, Powered by CDF

The forum, which will take place November 5-6, will explore the impact of politics and policy on issues ranging from education and health care to child poverty.

October 30, 2025 | National

Service Announcements

CDF Deepens Commitment to Advancing Child Well-Being, Announces Two Key Appointments to Executive Staff

Children’s Defense Fund (CDF), a longtime national leader in youth advocacy, today announced two key appointments to its executive leadership team.

October 23, 2025 | National

Service Announcements

Monday: CDF-MN, Students, and Community Leaders to Call On Gov. Walz to Convene Special Session

The press conference will include perspectives from students, educators, and families affected by the shooting at Annunciation Catholic Church and School in Minneapolis.

October 6, 2025 | Minnesota

Service Announcements

CDF-Texas to Honor State Leaders, Uplift Advocates Advancing Youth Well-Being

This year’s ‘A Celebration of Joy: Through Their Eyes’ highlights the shared commitment of CDF-Texas, youth advocates, and lawmakers to improving the well-being of children across the Lone Star State.

October 6, 2025 | Texas

Service Announcements

Children’s Defense Fund–CA to Host Child Watch 2025

Child Watch 2025 will bring together youth leaders, advocates, and policy experts to explore bold solutions for California’s foster care system.

September 17, 2025 | California

Posts by John Henry

CDF: White House Must End Federal Militarized Immigration Enforcement in U.S. Communities, Citing Harm to Nation’s Children

Trump Administration Policy Proposal Means Chaos, Bias for Mixed-Status Families, CDF Warns

CDF, Four Leading Child Advocacy Groups Urge Court to Release NYC Teen from Immigrant Detention Facility

CDF to Honor Changemakers, Youth Advocates at National Celebration of Joy

SNAP & the Shutdown: The Real Crisis Isn’t What Families Purchase, It’s That They Can’t Afford to Eat

National Leaders, Youth Voices to Gather in DC for American Youth Policy Forum, Powered by CDF

CDF Deepens Commitment to Advancing Child Well-Being, Announces Two Key Appointments to Executive Staff

Monday: CDF-MN, Students, and Community Leaders to Call On Gov. Walz to Convene Special Session

CDF-Texas to Honor State Leaders, Uplift Advocates Advancing Youth Well-Being

Children’s Defense Fund–CA to Host Child Watch 2025

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