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September 30, 2026· Child Welfare and Advocacy

Children’s Defense Fund–California to Host Child Watch 2026 in Downtown Los Angeles to Address Educational Equity and Justice System Reform

LOS ANGELES, CA — This Thursday, the Children’s Defense Fund–California will convene youth leaders, policy experts, community advocates, and institutional stakeholders for Child Watch 2026, a high-profile regional gathering designed to explore bold, actionable solutions for children and families across Los Angeles County. The annual event, taking place at The Honeypot in Downtown Los Angeles,…

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September 29, 2026· Child Welfare and Advocacy

Children’s Defense Fund President Brings National Youth Mental Health Listening Tour to Baltimore

BALTIMORE, MD — As communities nationwide grapple with shifting economic landscapes and mounting pressures on youth wellbeing, Rev. Dr. Starsky Wilson, president and CEO of the national youth advocacy organization Children’s Defense Fund (CDF), is continuing his multi-state journey to put the focus squarely where it belongs: on the minds and futures of America’s children.…

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September 28, 2026· Child Welfare and Advocacy

Children’s Defense Fund and Civil Rights Coalitions Push Back Against Federal Overhaul of Head Start Program

WASHINGTON, DC — The Children’s Defense Fund (CDF), operating as a leading national youth advocacy organization, has issued an urgent and resounding call to federal leaders, pressing them to preserve, protect, and defend Head Start, the landmark early learning and health services program that has served American families for more than six decades. This urgent…

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September 27, 2026· Child Welfare and Advocacy

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

MINNEAPOLIS — The pursuit of a better, more equitable future for the state’s youngest residents will take center stage this week as Children’s Defense Fund-Minnesota (CDF-MN) hosts its highly anticipated annual gathering. Titled “A Celebration of Joy,” the event is designed to honor extraordinary local leaders while uplifting the broader community and reflecting a deep-seated…

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September 27, 2026· Child Welfare and Advocacy

Children’s Defense Fund Condemns Controversial HHS Proposal Targeting Unaccompanied Minors, Urges Public Action Before Deadline

WASHINGTON—As a critical federal public comment period draws to a close, the national youth advocacy organization Children’s Defense Fund (CDF) has issued a stern and urgent warning regarding a controversial regulatory proposal advanced by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). The organization is strongly urging the public, community advocates, and lawmakers on…

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September 26, 2026· Child Welfare and Advocacy

Children’s Defense Fund Appoints Nick Vucic as National Director of Public Affairs to Strengthen Advocacy for Youth and Families

WASHINGTON, DC — The Children’s Defense Fund (CDF), recognized as the nation’s sole multi-issue advocacy organization operating at the vital 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 National Director of Public Affairs…

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September 26, 2026· Child Welfare and Advocacy

Children’s Defense Fund-Ohio Honors Three State Changemakers for Exemplary Dedication to Youth Well-Being

COLUMBUS, OH — On Thursday, September 10, 2026, the Children’s Defense Fund-Ohio (CDF-OH)—the local state branch of the prominent national child advocacy organization—will host its signature annual event, "A Celebration of Joy." Designed to honor dedicated Ohio changemakers, the gathering aims to uplift the local community while powerfully reflecting a collective spirit of hope, resilience,…

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September 25, 2026· Child Welfare and Advocacy

Children’s Defense Fund Announces National Host Committee for Upcoming ‘National Celebration of Joy’ Gala in Washington, D.C.

WASHINGTON, DC — The Children’s Defense Fund (CDF), a prominent national advocacy organization dedicated to protecting youth and championing policies that support children, has officially announced its distinguished national host committee. Comprising influential business executives, nonprofit founders, and dedicated community leaders from across the United States, the committee has been formed to support the organization’s…

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September 22, 2026· Child Welfare and Advocacy

Children’s Defense Fund–California to Host Child Watch 2026 in Downtown Los Angeles, Focusing on Educational Equity and Justice-Impacted Youth

LOS ANGELES, CA — This Thursday, the Children’s Defense Fund–California (CDF-CA) will convene youth leaders, policymakers, advocates, and community stakeholders at The Honeypot in Downtown Los Angeles for Child Watch 2026. The annual gathering is designed to explore bold, systemic solutions to the most pressing challenges facing children, youth, and families across Southern California, with…

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September 21, 2026· Child Welfare and Advocacy

Children’s Defense Fund Urges Congress to Pass Bipartisan American Dream and Protection Act Amid Rising Legal Threats to Immigrant Families

AUSTIN, TX — Amid a rapidly shifting legal landscape for immigrant families across the United States, the Children’s Defense Fund and its Texas affiliate are intensifying their calls for immediate federal action. Child advocates and legal experts are urging members of Congress to rally behind the bipartisan American Dream and Promise Act, a piece of…

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