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Racial Justice
Rev. Ahrens interviewed and had conversations with 53 leaders in social justice to share what they have learned that must be passed down to continue in this work and struggle.
Immigration
Since 2019, at least 21,300 children seeking asylum in the United States have faced threats of violence and endured dangerous conditions as a result of the so-called Migrant Protection Protocols (MPP), according to a February 2022 report from Human Rights Watch.
Child Welfare
As a result of federal legislation that expanded the Child Tax Credit, nearly 90 percent of families with children are eligible to receive up to $3600 per child under 6 and $3,000 per child 6-17 years of age.
Child Poverty
This week marks the one year anniversary of the American Rescue Plan (ARP) Act. As co-chair of the Automatic Benefit for Children (ABC) Coalition, the Children’s Defense Fund played a vital role in leading advocacy efforts that ultimately resulted in the inclusion of an expanded and fully inclusive Child Tax Credit (CTC) in the ARP.
Education
The research is clear: Social Emotional Learning (SEL) sets Ohio’s students up for future success.
Service Announcements
In last night’s State of the Union address, President Biden welcomed and told the story of Joshua Davis, a 13-year-old from Virginia who lives with type 1 diabetes. The teen, celebrating his birthday with the entire nation, has been advocating for school safety and health since he was four years old.
Child Poverty
It’s time for the IRS to create a permanent, robust simplified filing process, so all families can easily access crucial programs like the CTC and EITC.
Education
This month and every month, we celebrate Black history. Teaching Black history requires honest teaching about white supremacy and oppression alongside the long legacy of Black genius, innovation, creativity, and resistance.
America's children deserve the freedom to be their authentic selves. Last week, Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton released a non-binding legal opinion deeming pediatric gender-affirming care child abuse.
Child Health
Any gaps in health coverage are harmful for children and their families. Our partners at Georgetown University Center for Children and Families (CCF) just released a new report with strategies for states to ensure children don’t lose coverage when the Medicaid continuous coverage requirement ends.
Featured Blog Series
From the desk of President and CEO Rev. Dr. Starsky Wilson, discover a new take on child well-being and advocacy. Read to learn more about shaping conversations, policies, and actions for improving the lives of our nation's children and youth.
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