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October 10, 2026· Child Welfare and Advocacy

CDF to Celebrate ‘A National Celebration of Joy,’ Honor Casey Family Programs for its Work to Advance Child Well-being

The announcement was formally made by the national advocacy organization as preparations accelerate for "A National Celebration of Joy," a highly anticipated gala scheduled to take place at Washington, D.C.’s historic Howard Theatre. The gala was established specifically to shine a spotlight on national changemakers, dedicated youth advocates, and the powerful coalitions that drive the…

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October 9, 2026· Child Welfare and Advocacy

CDF to Celebrate ‘A National Celebration of Joy,’ Honor Casey Family Programs for its Work to Advance Child Well-being

The national celebration was established by the Children’s Defense Fund to honor dedicated changemakers, youth advocates, and community leaders while celebrating the vital partnerships that drive the organization’s ongoing work on behalf of children across the United States. The event at the historic Howard Theatre will bring together national leaders, advocates, and philanthropists to spotlight…

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October 9, 2026· Child Welfare and Advocacy

CDF to Celebrate ‘A National Celebration of Joy,’ Honor Casey Family Programs for its Work to Advance Child Well-being

The upcoming event, scheduled to take place at Washington, D.C.’s historic Howard Theatre, will serve as a gathering place for leaders, activists, and philanthropists dedicated to improving the lives of the nation’s youth. A centerpiece of the evening will be the presentation of CDF’s Marian Wright Edelman Advocate for Joy Award, an esteemed accolade bestowed…

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September 28, 2026· Sensory Processing

Understanding the Vital Role of Heavy Work in Child Development and Self-Regulation

In an ideal world, children would maintain a steady state of readiness for learning, transitions, and daily participation at all times. Meltdowns in public spaces, classroom disruptions, and sudden behavioral dysregulation would be entirely absent, allowing children and caregivers alike to navigate their days with seamless calm. In reality, however, anyone spending time with children…

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September 25, 2026· Inclusive Education

New Federal Medicaid Guidance Fails to Ease Fears Over Work Requirement Exemptions for Individuals with Disabilities

New federal guidance detailing how states must apply stringent Medicaid eligibility rules is doing little to assuage widespread concerns about how the impending changes will impact individuals with developmental and physical disabilities. The comprehensive 33-page document released this month by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services outlines the procedures states should follow to evaluate…

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September 23, 2026· Mental Health and Psychology

Beyond the Mission Statement: Redefining What Makes Work Truly Meaningful

In the modern corporate landscape, "purpose" has become a ubiquitous buzzword. From mission statements plastered on office walls to recruitment slogans promising a chance to "change the world," organizations are increasingly relying on the promise of social or moral significance to drive employee engagement. However, a growing body of psychological research suggests that this singular…

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September 21, 2026· Sensory Processing

Understanding Heavy Work: How Proprioceptive Input Supports Child Development, Attention, and Self-Regulation

In an ideal world, children would maintain constant focus, breeze through everyday tasks with ease, and navigate transitions without emotional outbursts or temper tantrums. Every parent, educator, and therapist knows, however, that reality looks quite different. Children frequently experience moments of dysregulation, finding themselves temporarily out of sync as they navigate the complex demands of…

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