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October 20, 2026· Child Welfare and Advocacy

Children’s Defense Fund Action Launches Campaign to Put America’s Youth First Ahead of 2026 Midterms

WASHINGTON, DC — Emphasizing that every policy shaping the daily lives of minors is crafted by adults who hold political power, Children’s Defense Fund Action (CDF Action) has officially launched its sweeping new nonpartisan initiative, "Voting Rights are Children’s Rights." As the grassroots lobbying and advocacy arm of the renowned national child advocacy organization Children’s…

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October 15, 2026· Child Welfare and Advocacy

Children’s Defense Fund Action Launches Nationwide Campaign Linking Voting Rights Directly to the Future and Well-Being of America’s Youth

WASHINGTON, DC — As the nation looks ahead to the crucial upcoming midterm elections, Children’s Defense Fund Action (CDF Action)—the grassroots lobbying and advocacy arm of the national advocacy organization Children’s Defense Fund—has officially launched a major nonpartisan initiative designed to reshape how adults approach the ballot box. Entitled the "Voting Rights are Children’s Rights"…

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October 15, 2026· Child Welfare and Advocacy

Children’s Defense Fund Action Launches "Voting Rights are Children’s Rights" Campaign Ahead of 2026 Midterms

(Oct. 13, 2026) — As the United States looks toward the pivotal 2026 midterm elections, the grassroots lobbying and advocacy arm of the national Children’s Defense Fund has stepped forward with a profound reminder for the American electorate: while children are legally barred from casting a ballot, every law, budget, and policy that shapes their…

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October 14, 2026· Pediatric Research

WHO Director-General Concludes First Day of Jordan State Visit Highlighting Universal Health Coverage, Mental Health, and Humanitarian Action

World Health Organization (WHO) Director-General Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus has concluded the first day of his high-profile two-day State visit to the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, using the platform to underscore the profound and enduring partnership between the global health agency and the Jordanian government. The visit places a powerful spotlight on critical areas of…

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October 14, 2026· Child Welfare and Advocacy

Children’s Defense Fund Action Launches National Campaign to Remind Voters That Every Ballot Shapes a Child’s Future

WASHINGTON, DC — As the nation looks ahead to the upcoming 2026 midterm elections, Children’s Defense Fund Action (CDF Action) has officially launched a major nonpartisan initiative designed to fundamentally reshape how adults approach the ballot box. Entitled the "Voting Rights are Children’s Rights" campaign, the grassroots effort is built upon a striking and sobering…

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October 14, 2026· Child Welfare and Advocacy

Children’s Defense Fund Action Launches National Campaign to Center Kids in the 2026 Midterm Elections

WASHINGTON, DC — As the nation looks ahead to the upcoming 2026 midterm elections, Children’s Defense Fund Action (CDF Action)—the grassroots lobbying and advocacy arm of the national Children’s Defense Fund—has officially launched a major nonpartisan initiative designed to reshape how adults approach the ballot box. Entitled the "Voting Rights are Children’s Rights" campaign, the…

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October 14, 2026· Child Welfare and Advocacy

Children’s Defense Fund Action Launches "Voting Rights are Children’s Rights" Campaign Ahead of 2026 Midterm Elections

WASHINGTON, DC — In a nationwide push to center the needs of youth in upcoming electoral decisions, Children’s Defense Fund Action (CDF Action) has officially launched its nonpartisan "Voting Rights are Children’s Rights" campaign. The grassroots lobbying and advocacy arm of the national Children’s Defense Fund unveiled the initiative to remind the American electorate of…

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October 13, 2026· Child Welfare and Advocacy

Children’s Defense Fund Action Launches National Campaign to Remind Voters That Every Policy Impacting Youth Begins at the Ballot Box

WASHINGTON, DC — As the United States looks ahead to the upcoming 2026 midterm elections, Children’s Defense Fund Action (CDF Action)—the grassroots lobbying and advocacy arm of the national Children’s Defense Fund—has officially launched a major nonpartisan initiative titled the “Voting Rights are Children’s Rights” campaign. Designed to reframe how the American electorate approaches the…

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October 13, 2026· Pediatric Research

WHO Director-General Concludes First Day of State Visit to Jordan Highlighting Universal Health Coverage, Mental Health, and Humanitarian Action

The Director-General of the World Health Organization, Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, today concluded the first day of his two-day State visit to the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, using the high-profile diplomatic mission to underscore the robust and enduring partnership between the global health body and Jordan across critical sectors. The discussions centered primarily on universal…

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October 12, 2026· Pediatric Research

WHO Director-General Concludes First Day of Jordan State Visit Highlighting Universal Health Coverage, Mental Health, and Humanitarian Action

The Director-General of the World Health Organization, Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, today concluded the first day of his two-day State visit to the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, underscoring the strong, enduring partnership between the WHO and Jordan across critical areas including universal health coverage, mental health initiatives, and humanitarian health action. The high-level visit serves…

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