Children’s Defense Fund-Southern Regional Office (CDF-SRO) invites you to join us for our 2026 Celebration of Joy, an evening dedicated to honoring young people, uplifting community, and reflecting the spirit of hope, resilience, and collective action.
This year’s theme, “Rooted in Joy, Rising in Hope. Investing in Every Child,” reflects our shared commitment to building a future where every child can thrive.
Building on the energy and impact of previous events, this year’s Celebration of Joy continues a tradition of bringing together youth, families, educators, partners, and supporters to recognize the power of community-centered work and the voices of young people across the South.
Date & Time: Thursday, May 28, 2026 | 7:00 p.m.
Location: The Roundhouse | 398 Monroe Street NW, Huntsville, AL, 35801
Details: Individual ticket, $75 | Table of 8, $600
Advocate for Joy Honorees
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Gloria Batts
Co-founder, Village of Promise and Founder & Executive Director of Children Read Succeed
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Rep. Laura Vandiver Hall
Rep., Alabama House of Representatives House District 19
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