Children’s Health and Healing
Promise
All young people enjoy regular, nourishing meals and active lives,
marked by positive social adjustment, sustainable environments, and
healthcare homes for their bodies and minds.
Problem
10.7 million young people live in food-insecure households. In 2021,
more than 4 in 10 (42%) students felt persistently sad or hopeless and nearly one-third (29%) experienced poor mental health. Before the COVID-19 pandemic, in 2019, 4.4 million children were uninsured in the United States.
Policy Path
In this zone, CDF will advocate for public policy related to: (1) Child Nutrition and Food Security, (2) Youth Mental Health and Social Emotional Wellness, (3) Healthcare coverage, and (4) Environmental justice.
Moonshot Generational Commitment
Ensure permanent, universal free school meals and children’s physical and mental health coverage.
Learn MoreRelated Updates
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Immigration
What to Know about Trump’s Executive Order Seeking to End Birthright Citizenship
On his first day back in office, President Trump announced an executive order seeking to end birthright citizenship for certain children born in the U.S.…
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CDF Cares: Resource Assistance for Los Angeles Area Wildfires
CDF wishes safety and relief for all affected during this difficult time. We have compiled a list of resources for individuals and families navigating the aftermath of this unexpected circumstance:…
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Immigration
Statement for the Record
CDF-TX strongly opposes the policy of mass deportations proposed by the incoming presidential administration. …
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American Youth Policy Forum – Moving Forward
The impact of the 2024 election may shape our nation for generations. That is why I am pleased Children’s Defense Fund was positioned to host the American Youth Policy Forum in Washington, D.C., on November 8th.…