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Children’s Defense Fund-California to Convene Youth Leaders and Policy Experts for Child Watch 2026 in Downtown Los Angeles
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· Child Welfare and Advocacy

Children’s Defense Fund-Minnesota Honors Local Changemakers at Annual "Celebration of Joy" Event

MINNEAPOLIS, MN — The Children’s Defense Fund-Minnesota (CDF-MN), the local branch of the renowned national child advocacy organization, is set to host its annual "A Celebration of Joy" event. This gathering is designed to honor remarkable Minnesota changemakers while simultaneously uplifting the broader community and reflecting a spirit of profound hope, resilience, and collective action…

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CDF Opposes Federal Proposal That Would Allow Contractors to Body Search Unaccompanied, Detained Youth

The federal policy change, which was officially entered into the Federal Register by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services’ (HHS) Office of Refugee Resettlement on June 26, has sparked intense alarm among child welfare advocates. According to the Children’s Defense Fund, the proposed rule threatens to fundamentally alter the system established to care…

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Children’s Defense Fund Appoints Nick Vucic as National Director of Public Affairs

Washington, DC — The Children’s Defense Fund (CDF), recognized as the nation’s sole multi-issue advocacy organization operating at the critical intersection of child well-being and racial justice, has officially announced the appointment of Nick Vucic to its esteemed National Leadership Team. In his new role, Vucic will serve as the organization’s National Director of Public…

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Children’s Defense Fund-Ohio to Honor Three Statewide Changemakers at Annual ‘Celebration of Joy’ Event

COLUMBUS, OH — The Children’s Defense Fund-Ohio (CDF-OH), a prominent local affiliate of the national child advocacy organization, is preparing to host its highly anticipated annual gathering, “A Celebration of Joy.” Scheduled for Thursday, September 10, 2026, the event aims to recognize extraordinary Ohio changemakers, uplift local communities, and foster a collective spirit of hope,…

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Children’s Defense Fund-Texas and Local Advocates to Host ‘Free Families’ Community Meeting in Austin to Address ICE Enforcement Impacts

AUSTIN, TX — As immigration enforcement practices continue to generate widespread anxiety and disruption across Texas, local advocacy groups are stepping up efforts to support affected communities. On Thursday, the Children’s Defense Fund-Texas (CDF-TX) alongside the Immigrant Services Network of Austin (ISNA)—a coalition of diverse community stakeholders and immigrant service providers—will host a prominent community…

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