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From community dialogues to advocacy summits, each event advances equity and justice for our nation’s young people. Join the movement, connect with advocates, and stay informed on upcoming events.
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A Celebration of Joy: CDF-Minnesota 2025
Join us in celebrating 40 years of building community so young people grow up with dignity, hope, and joy.
August 21, 2025
Minnesota -
Virtual
National Observance of Children's Sabbaths Celebration Training for TX CDF Partners
We invite you to take this as an opportunity to mobilize your congregations and community for children. Children’s Sabbath is truly a call to worship through action, especially in these times. Our resources invite you to organize for children.
August 19, 2025
Texas | Virtual -
Conference
2025 Hall-Proctor Institute for Child Advocacy Ministry
Come sing and pray, strategize and struggle, organize, and advocate with us at the next Hall-Proctor Institute for Child Advocacy Ministry.
July 21-24, 2025
National -
Charity
A Celebration of Joy: Honoring 30 Years of CDF–Southern Regional Office
Join Children’s Defense Fund-Southern Regional Office (CDF-SRO) for A Celebration of Joy, an evening of reflection, recognition, and renewed commitment to children and families across the South.
Friday, June 27, 2025
Southern Regional Office -
Virtual
The 2026 Federal Budget: What's at Stake for Young People
Learn about the budget reconciliation process and how the decisions being made on Capitol Hill right now will impact children and young people, families, and communities across our country.
June 10, 2025
National | Virtual -
Conference
Faith In Our Future: Day of Advocacy
Learn how your congregation can impact child well-being at CDF-Ohio's Faith-Based Advocacy Trainings and Lobbying Day!
Wednesday, May 21, 2025
Ohio -
Charity
A Celebration of Joy
Join CDF-New York on Wednesday, April 30, 2025, for A Celebration of Joy, an evening dedicated to progress, resilience, and the power of community.
April 30, 2025
New York -
Protect Medicaid and SNAP Now
Join us and fellow Texans to discuss: proposed Medicaid/SNAP cuts, how to get involved, and share what Medicaid/SNAP means to your family.
April 14, 2025
Texas -
Virtual
American Youth Policy Forum, Powered by CDF
Join us on Nov 8 for the AYPF Forum, powered by CDF, exploring post-election youth policy impact and amplifying young voices.
November 8, 2024
National | Hybrid