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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.
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2026 American Youth Policy Forum, Powered by CDF
The American Youth Policy Forum, powered by Children’s Defense Fund, convenes advocates, policymakers, educators, and young leaders to advance bold solutions that improve the lives of children, youth, and families. Event details will be announced soon.
November 4-5, 2026
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A National Celebration of Joy 2026
Save the date for Children’s Defense Fund’s (CDF) 2026 National Celebration of Joy, our signature fundraising gala celebrating the joy, purpose, and collective action that fuel our movement for children. Join us in Washington, D.C., for an inspiring evening as we come together to advance a brighter future for every child.
November 5, 2026
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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.
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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
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