Lukol Directory: Society: Issues: Children, Youth and Family: Advocacy Groups

Love Our Children USA
Dedicated to fighting child abuse through advocacy, outreach, and education. Publications and resources for parents, kids and teens.
http://www.loveourchildrenusa.org

Unbroken Trust
A student club dedicated to educating the public about local and world issues related to child protection and child advocacy.
http://www.unbrokentrust.org

Pennsylvania Partnerships for Children
Works with individuals and organizations in the public and private sectors to develop common agendas and strategies that promote the well-being of Pennsylvania's children.
http://www.papartnerships.org/

Kidscape
A registered charity committed to keeping children safe from bullying, harm or abuse. Offers children a helpline, publications and advice FAQ. Content in several languages.
http://www.kidscape.org.uk/

Children's Action Alliance
Promotes the well being of Arizona's children through advocacy, education, and research. Press releases, fact sheets, legislative agenda, and publications.
http://www.azchildren.org/caa/welcome.asp

Tutor/Mentor Connection
A resource center for anyone working to populate inner city neighborhoods with comprehensive, long-term, mentoring-to-career programs.
http://tutormentorconnection.org

Children's Alliance Action Center
Members of this Washington state network are automatically alerted whenever legislative decisions that affect children are being made.
http://www.childrenshub.org/calliance/home...

The Community Foundation of the Virgin Islands
Seeks to build a growing collection of permanent funds, the income from which will be used to enhance the educational, physical, social, cultural and environmental well-being of the islands' people.
http://www.cfvi.net/

Children's Defense Fund
Provides a voice for children, who cannot vote, lobby, or speak for themselves, paying particular attention to the needs of poor, minority and disabled children.
http://www.cdfohio.org/

Connecticut Association for Human Services
Independent, nonprofit organization committed to decreasing poverty, neglect and inequality through public education, research, advocacy, and policy development.
http://www.cahs.org/

Consultative Group on Early Childhood Care and Development
A consortium of agencies, donors, NGOs and foundations involved in programming, research, policy advocacy, monitoring and evaluation for young children (0-8) at risk in the developing world.
http://www.ecdgroup.com/

Colorado Association of Family and Children's Agencies
An association of Colorado nonprofit child welfare agencies advocating on behalf of at-risk children and families.
http://cafca.net

Parents United for Child Care
Committed to increasing the supply of quality, affordable child care. Offices in Boston, Lynn, and Brockton. Includes information about the program goals, events, and child care resources.
http://www.pucc.com/

Human Services Policy Center
Affiliated with the University of Washington, the Center uses policy and data analysis to improve the well being of children, families and communities. Projects, conferences, and press releases.
http://www.hspc.org/

Nevada Institute for Children (NIC)
NIC is a non-profit, non-partisan organization dedicated to advancing children's issues in Nevada and the United States.
http://www.unlv.edu/Research/NIC/index.htm...

ProJoven
A nonprofit organization working to build the first and only residential-care home for troubled adolescents in Paraguay.
http://www.projoven.org/

European Network of Ombudsmen for Children
Works to encourage the fullest possible implementation of the Convention on the Rights of the Child, and supports collective lobbying for children's rights.
http://www.ombudsnet.org/

Tallahassee Equality Action Ministry (TEAM)
A faith based social action ministry dealing with community issues in Tallahassee, Florida.
http://www.teamtally.org

National Center for Youth Law
Seeks to protect abused and neglected children, expand health care and other public benefits for youth, and improve child support collection. News, publications, and contact information.
http://www.youthlaw.org/

Every Child Matters
Conducts polls, publishes reports, works with reporters and state children's groups, runs advertising, and conducts campaigns on behalf of children. Initiatives on child abuse prevention, health insurance, after school programs, and early childhood education.
http://www.everychildmatters.org/

Association for Children of New Jersey
A child advocacy organization. Find information about programs, special projects, news, and events.
http://www.acnj.org/

National Mentoring Partnership
An organization, based in Alexandria, Virginia, that is a resource for mentors and mentoring initiatives nationwide.
http://www.mentoring.org/

Children's Defense Fund--Minnesota
Works to provide health coverage for uninsured and underinsured children; affordable child care for working parents; improved, consistent child support; welfare reform that helps low-income families and children; safety for children and reunification for families through reforms to the child welfare system.
http://www.cdf-mn.org/

National Center for Children in Poverty
The Center, which is affiliated with Columbia University, produces reports, fact sheets, and press material that highlight strategies to end child poverty in the United States.
http://www.nccp.org/

Wyoming Children's Action Alliance
Promotes the well being of Wyoming's children through advocacy, education, and leadership. Offers programs designed to improve the quality of child care.
http://www.wykids.org/

National Association of Counsel for Children
Child advocacy and professional membership association representing children that are involved in the court system as victims of abuse and neglect or subjects of custody, visitation and adoption cases. Information about training and technical assistance, policy advocacy, and events.
http://www.naccchildlaw.org/

Maine Children's Alliance
A non-profit child advocacy organization dedicated to improving the lives of children, youth, and their families.
http://www.mekids.org/

Center on the Family
Based at the University of Hawaii at Manoa, the Center provides publications, data, and research on children and families in Hawaii.
http://www.uhfamily.hawaii.edu/index.asp

Association for Children of New Jersey
Focuses on improving the lives of children in New Jersey. News, community outreach, legal resources, and legislative initiatives.
http://www.acnj.org/main.asp?uri=1000&sti=...

World Children's Center
A planned community for approximately 500 orphaned, neglected and abused children from Georgia, the United States and the world.
http://www.worldchildrenscenter.org

Wyoming Children’s Action Alliance
A non-profit organization supporting professional development, data and statistics, and advocacy efforts to improve outcomes for children and families in Wyoming.
http://www.wykids.com/

Children Now
A nonpartisan, independent voice for children based in California, working to translate the nation's commitment to children and families into action. Provides articles and resources in the areas of Children and the Media, Talking with Kids, and Working Families.
http://www.childrennow.org/

Playing for Keeps
Dedicated to promoting healthy, constructive, non-violent play for all children.
http://www.playingforkeeps.org/

North Carolina Child Advocacy Institute
Provides news, reports, and resources on issues affecting the well-being of North Carolina's children. Special emphasis on child abuse, health care, education, and juvenile justice.
http://www.ncchild.org

Children's Trust Fund
Organization which seeks to eliminate child abuse through programs, publications and other resources.
http://www.mctf.org/

World Vision
Christian organisation working in 92 countries helping people in their struggle against poverty, hunger and injustice. Provides aid and emergency aid and has child sponsorship programs.
http://www.worldvision.org.uk/

American Family Rights Association
An association of parents, concerned citizens, and professionals that seek reforms to Child Protective Services.
http://www.familyrightsassociation.com

Children's Rights Alliance for England
Information, projects, links related to improving the status and lives of all children in England through the full implementation of the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child.
http://www.crights.org.uk/

Family Re-Union
Annual child and family conferences moderated by former Vice President Al Gore and Tipper Gore. Reports, speeches, and resources.
http://www.familyreunion.org

State of Illinois All Kids
Promotes legislation to provide universal health insurance for children in Illinois. Advocacy, news, and statistics.
http://www.allkidscovered.com/

UNICEF: Child Rights
Publications and information on the work of the United Nations Children's Fund and its advocacy for children's rights, survival, development and protection through adoption of the Convention on the Rights of the Child.
http://www.unicef.org/crc/

Oklahoma Institute for Child Advocacy
Seeks legislative action, changes in public attitudes, and broad constituencies to improve the well being of children in Oklahoma. Legislative agenda, statistics, initiatives, and advocacy tools.
http://www.oica.org/

Federation for Children with Special Needs
A center for parents and parent organizations to work together on behalf of children with special needs and their families. (Massachusetts)
http://www.fcsn.org/

Perspectives On Youth
A free and comprehensive multidisciplinary forum for those that work with youth to exchange viewpoints, research, and experiences with others who strive toward a common goal: promoting the well-being of youth.
http://www.perspectivesonyouth.org

Channel One Overview
A coalition of progressive and conservative groups opposing Channel One's presence in the schools, with extensive links to testimony, data, and activism.
http://www.commercialalert.org/index.php?c...

Kids In Common
To improve the lives of children and their families in Silicon Valley by developing community partnerships to promote and protect their interests and serving as an advocate on their behalf.
http://www.kidsincommon.org/

Colorado Children's Campaign
Seeks to improve the health, safety, education, and economic security of children in Colorado. Newsletter, early childhood initiatives, information for the media, and legislative updates.
http://www.coloradokids.org/

National Advocacy Center
The Center, which is affiliated with the Sisters of the Good Shepherd, advocates for changes in society that improve the lives of women and children. Contact information, goals, and legislative priorities.
http://www.goodshepherdsistersna.com/Agenc...

The Black Children's Institute Of Tennessee
State-wide advocacy organization with a focus on the welfare of Afro-American children. Includes public education materials, information about current issues, and an overview of services offered.
http://bcitn.org/

Child and Family Policy Center
Uses research to improve state and federal policy regarding children and families. News, publications, Iowa projects, and national projects.
http://www.cfpciowa.org/

Childhelp USA/Virginia
Promotes the prevention, treatment and education of child abuse and neglect, through body safety programs for kids, residential treatment for abused children, and lectures for adults - all free of charge - as well as the National Child Abuse Hotline.
http://www.childhelpva.org

On the Capitol Doorstep (OTCD)
Provides information on California and federal legislation affecting young children with a focus on child care and development programs.
http://www.otcdkids.com/

Action Alliance for Children
Publisher of the Children's Advocate news magazine covering trends and policy issues affecting children and their families.
http://www.4children.org/

Sunday Friends
Since 1997, Sunday Friends has met each week empowering hundreds of homeless and very low income families as they have worked with thousands of volunteers to give back to the San Jose community. By engaging in every day activities, children and their parents learn social and economic skills that enrich their lives.
http://www.sundayfriends.org/

Business Leaders for Sensible Priorities
A group of more than 500 business executives and senior military experts who are working to increase federal investments in education, health care, and the needs of children by shifting spending from the Pentagon budget.
http://www.sensiblepriorities.org/

Proaction, Cops and Kids
Provides funding support for community programs run by the Toronto Police Service Community Policing Unit on behalf of kids at risk.
http://www.copsandkids.ca

Waypoint
Provides advocacy, community leadership, and services for women and their families in Cedar Rapids, Iowa and surrounding areas. Child care, domestic violence prevention, and shelter programs.
http://www.waypointservices.org

Childrens Rights India
An interactive and educational platform to defend and protect children's rights as defined by the UNCRC,with case studies, news and opinion articles, activity centre, and downloads.
http://childrensrightsindia.org/

Children's Law Center of Los Angeles, CA
A nonprofit, public interest legal organization that serves as the voice for abused and neglected youth in one of the largest foster care systems in the nation.
http://www.childrenslawcenteroflosangeles....

Sparrow Lake Alliance
Focuses on advocacy and research to improve the health and well-being of children in Ontario, Canada. Events, task forces, and publications.
http://www.sparrowlake.org/

Justice for Children International
Raises awareness and resources to combat child sex trafficking.
http://www.jfci.org/

Children's Advocacy Institute
The Institute, which is affiliated with the University of San Diego School of Law, represents the interest of children in legislative, judicial, and administrative matters.
http://www.caichildlaw.org/

Community Tool Box
Offers practical guidelines to organizations focused on improving their communities. Topics include leadership, strategic planning, grant writing, and community assessment.
http://ctb.ku.edu/

Leatherstocking's Promise - The Alliance For Youth
The Otsego County, New York affiliate of America's Promise. Provides information about local advocacy efforts to support youth and families.
http://www.leatherstockingspromise.org/

The Afterschool Alliance
An alliance of public, private, and nonprofit groups committed to raising awareness and expanding resources for afterschool programs.
http://afterschoolalliance.org

Parent Help U.S.A.
A non-profit charitable organization dedicated to preventing the abuse of infants and children through parent education and family services, and emphasizes discipline without hitting or harming.
http://www.parenthelpusa.org

StandUp For Kids On-Line
Recipient of national (U.S.) awards and recognition, StandUp For Kids is an all volunteer organization working on the streets to help runaway and homeless youth.
http://www.standupforkids.org/

Association to Benefit Children
Children's advocacy group with an array of programs that provide services in education, health, housing, mental health and employment.
http://www.a-b-c.org

50 Ways to Save Our Children
Seeks to benefit children and their families by encouraging philanthropy and public service. Offers several specific activities individuals can do to improve the lives of children.
http://www.50ways.org/

Children at Risk
Seeks to improve the lives of children in the greater Houston, Texas area through advocacy, policy analysis, and research. Issues, data, and publications.
http://www.childrenatrisk.org/

Children's Campaign Inc
A Florida-based organization focused on juvenile justice, Pre-K education, and child protection. Calendar, newsletter, and media information.
http://www.iamforkids.org/campaign/home/

Advocates for Children
Provides support and information for parenting in a complex world through the Parent Resource Center.
http://www.advocatesforchildren.net

Defence For Children International
An independent non-governmental organization working to promote and protect the rights of the child.
http://www.dci-is.org/

The Mississippi Forum on Children & Families
Uses education, research, and demonstration to strengthen children and families. Child care, health care, and parent education initiatives.
http://www.mfcf.org/

DC Action for Children
An independent, non-profit, multi-issue advocacy organization dedicated to improving the quality of life for children living in the District of Columbia. Includes advocacy, resources, and project information.
http://www.dckids.org/

National Youth Development Information Center (NYDIC)
Provides funding, training, policy, research, evaluation, statistical, career, and program information for those who work with or on behalf of youth.
http://www.nydic.org/

Children's Defense Fund
Advocacy for American children, particularly poor and minority children and those with disabilities. Issues and programs include: Head Start, Healthy Start, Stand for Children, child care, health insurance, child safety, moral education.
http://www.childrensdefense.org/

Buryat Families: Helping those left behind
A group concerned with the plight of abandoned and homeless children in Siberia.
http://www.geocities.com/heartland/lake/23...

The Schott Foundation
Develops and strengthens the movement for equity in education and child care. Funds initiatives aimed at improving public policy and educational and advocacy organizations.
http://www.schottfoundation.org/

American Youth Policy Forum
Nonpartisan professional development organization providing learning opportunities for policymakers working on youth issues at the local, state and national levels.
http://www.aypf.org/

Tennessee Commission on Children and Youth
Independent agency created by the state legislature to advocate for children and support community efforts to improve the lives of children. Newsletter, data, and legislation.
http://www.state.tn.us/tccy/

Child Labor Coalition
National US network for the exchange of information about child labor; providing a forum and a unified voice on protecting working minors and ending child labor exploitation; and developing informational and educational outreach to the public and private sectors.
http://www.stopchildlabor.org/

Santa Fe Boys Triannual Publication
Presents a fact-based, objective picture of the health, educational and emotional status of boys today in Santa Fe, New Mexico and in the United States.
http://www.santafeboys.org/

PINS Reform and Family Advocacy Coalition
Parents supporting legislating to raise maximum age of parental control under Persons in Need of Supervision (PINS) law to 18. Position statement, links.
http://www.geocities.com/prafac.geo/

International Bureau of Children's Rights
An international organization based in Canada that seeks to protect, defend and promote the rights and the welfare of all children. Supports the principles set forth in the Convention on the Rights of the Child.
http://www.ibcr.org/

Indiana Youth Institute
Provides tools and information to youth organizations in Indiana. Data, publications, grant tips, and consulting services.
http://www.iyi.org/

Campaign 2000 - End Child Poverty in Canada
A cross-Canada public education movement to build public awareness and support for the 1989 all-party House of Commons resolution to end child poverty in Canada by the year 2000.
http://www.campaign2000.ca

Children's Health Alliance of Wisconsin
Building strong partnerships and coalitions to address emerging children's health issues throughout Wisconsin.
http://www.chawisconsin.org

National Family Preservation Network
Resources to assist child welfare agency professionals in preserving families at risk of having children removed, reuniting removed children whenever possible, and encouraging fathers' involvement in their children's lives.
http://www.nfpn.org/

Youth Law Center
Non-profit, public interest law office that investigates abuse in the child welfare and juvenile justice systems.
http://www.youthlawcenter.com/

National Network for Youth
Dedicated to ensuring that young people can be safe and lead healthy and productive lives.
http://www.nn4youth.org/

National Association for Multicultural Education
This site supports efforts in educational equity and social justice and provides resources for students and educators and valuable links to other sites.
http://www.nameorg.org

Innocence Quilt
Raises awareness and support for legislation to tighten loose laws regarding sex offenders and honors the children of violent crimes. Opportunities to add to and host the Innocence Quilt, victim resources, and victim stories.
http://www.innocencequilt.org

Texans Care For Children
Devoted to improving the lives of children in Texas. Legislative policy, events, campaigns, and advocacy resources.
http://www.texanscareforchildren.org/

Michigan's Children
Non-profit organization that promotes a strategy of intervening before problems limit a child's potential. Programs, news, publications, and legislative issues.
http://www.michiganschildren.org/

Canadian Coalition for the Rights of Children
The Coalition aims to ensure a collective voice for Canadian organizations and youth advocates of children's rights as described in the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child and the World Summit for Children Declaration.
http://www.rightsofchildren.ca

Children's Action Alliance
A non-profit, non-partisan organization dedicated to promoting the well-being of all of Arizona's children and their families through research, policy development, media campaigns and advocacy.
http://www.azchildren.org/

The Child Advocate Network
Serves the needs of children, families and professionals while addressing medical, educational, psychiatric, legal and legislative issues.
http://www.childadvocate.net

Children and Armed Conflict Unit
Database containing up-to-date information on issues about children and armed conflict, including press releases and links to other relevant sites.
http://www2.essex.ac.uk/c%26acu/

Child Care Association of Illinois
Dedicated to improving foster care, adoption, special education, juvenile justice, and youth homes in Illinois.
http://www.cca-il.org

Alliance for Children and Families
An international membership association representing more than 350 private, nonprofit child- and family-serving organizations.
http://www.alliance1.org

Children's Alliance
An advocacy organization dedicated to improving the health, safety, and economic well being of children in Washington state. Offers publications, training opportunities, and resources for advocacy and outreach.
http://www.childrensalliance.org/

The Trumpet
A quarterly newsletter published by Angels of Mercy. Angels of Mercy provide school supplies, clothing, and holiday gifts to children of Louisiana Death Row inmates.
http://hometown.aol.com/angels1203/myhomep...

The Child and Family Policy Center
The Center, which is affiliated with Vanderbilt University, uses advocacy, research, and education to strengthen children and families.
http://www.vanderbilt.edu/VIPPS/C&FPC/

Children's Rights, Inc.
Watchdog group dedicated to reforming government child welfare services across the US. Statistics, reports on pending legislation, policy and research position papers, cases, and news.
http://www.childrensrights.org/

Family Preservation & Child Welfare Network
Offers trends and facts on child abuse and neglect, foster care, adoption, family violence, and child protective services.
http://www.familypreservation.com

Kids First Fund
Designed to serve children who are orphans, handicapped, sexually abused, physically abused and pregnant teenagers in developing countries and economies of our world.
http://www.kidsfirstfund.org

Child Relief and You (CRY)
Information on the status of children in India and the organization's efforts to provide them food, clothing, shelter, and education.
http://www.cry.org/

Concerned Educators Allied for a Safe Environment
Network of parents, teachers, and other concerned individuals, who are dedicated to creating a safe and healthy world for children.
http://www.peaceeducators.org/

Girls Inc.
Encourages girls to be strong, smart, and bold. News, research, advocacy, and local chapters.
http://www.girlsinc.org/ic/

Philadelphia Citizens for Children and Youth
Seeks greater funding and support for health insurance, education, transportation, and public benefits for children and families in the Philadelphia, Pennsylvania area. Health care resources, events, and press releases.
http://www.pccy.org/

Stop Commercial Exploitation of Children
Organization against advertising and marketing to children. Events, links, how to join, newsletter, and press releases.
http://www.commercialexploitation.com/

Empire State Coalition
Advocates on behalf of runaway, homeless and street youth in the state of New York.
http://www.empirestatecoalition.org/

ChildrenFIRST
Children First, through its journal and its web site, monitors and advocates for children's rights in South Africa and Africa.
http://www.childrenfirst.org.za

New Jersey Office of the Child Advocate
Identifies systemic problems that prevent government or community agencies from achieving positive outcomes for children. Projects, newsletter, hotline, and information on child abuse.
http://www.childadvocate.nj.gov/

Robert F. Kennedy Children's Action Corps, Inc.
Provides care, counseling, treatment, education and rehabilitative services for at risk children in Massachusetts.
http://www.rfkchildren.org

Children's Rights Council
National non-profit organization that works to assure children meaningful and continuing contact with both their parents and extended family, regardless of the parents' marital status.
http://www.gocrc.com/

Congregations Concerned for Children
A interfaith initiative focused on improving the lives of children in Minnesota. Advocacy opportunities, legislative agenda, events, and resources.
http://www.ccccan.org/

Safer Child
A nonprofit educational information and referral resource on all issues of child welfare, child health and child safety.
http://www.saferchild.org

Westchester Children's Association
Strives to improve the lives of children in Westchester County, New York by focusing on improved health care, less gun violence, and better foster care services.
http://www.wca4kids.org/

Childhood Trust
Joint effort of Children's Hospital Medical Center of Cincinnati, the University of Cincinnati and concerned citizens, dedicated to stopping the pain of child abuse through education, evaluation, and treatment for victimized children and their families.
http://www.cincinnatichildrens.org/program...

Campaign For Youth
Representing more than 1,000 community based and faith based organizations, this national initiative seeks to promote public policy solutions to the issues confronting young people between the ages of 16 and 24.
http://www.campaignforyouth.org/

Massachusetts Campaign For Children
An independent, non-partisan, statewide public information, education and mobilization project that aims to elevate children's issues to the top of the public agenda.
http://www.masskids.org/

Partnership for Children
A non-profit group dedicated to improving the lives of children and youth in the greater Kansas City area.
http://www.pfc.org/

Texas Alliance of Child and Family Services
An association of private child and family welfare agencies in Texas. Advocacy, training, and publications.
http://www.tacfs.org/

Amerasian Foundation
Helps Amerasian children and families in the Philippines, Vietnam, and other parts of the world. News, events, and Amerasian Registry.
http://af.amerasianfoundation.org/

Society for Advocacy of Women and Child Rights
Advocacy organization based in India that focuses on ending child labor, promoting women's rights, and AIDS awareness.
http://www.wecaretoo.com/Organizations/IND...

STARFISH Advocacy Association
Makes a difference in the lives of children with neurological disorders and their families. Resources, forums, chat, and activities for kids.
http://www.starfishadvocacy.org/

The Southern Institute on Children and Families
Seeks to improve health care, child care, and transportation services for children and families in the South.
http://www.kidsouth.org/

Family Connection Partnership
Seeks to improve the health, economic well being, and educational outcomes of Georgia's children. Community assistance, state initiatives, and best practices.
http://www.gafcp.org/

Children's Alliance of New Hampshire
Advocacy organization that works to improve the health and well-being of children in NH. Vision statement, board of directors, current issues, advocate's toolbox, online resources, and information on the NH Children's Advocacy Network.
http://www.childrennh.org/

First Call - BC Child & Youth Advocacy Coalition
Coalition of organizations and community groups promotes legislation, policy and practice to enable young people to achieve their potential and to help make a better world. Read about the issues and how to mobilize your community.
http://www.firstcallbc.org/

Arkansas Advocates for Children and Families
Information on mission to protect and promote through research, education and advocacy the rights and well-being of Arkansas children and their families, to assure that they have the opportunity to lead healthy and productive lives.
http://www.aradvocates.org/

Priority Children
Aims to improve the quality of life for children and families in Genesee County, Michigan through assessment, public awareness and advocacy. Includes action agenda, statistics, and advocacy opportunities.
http://www.prioritychildren.org/

First Star
A national non-profit organization dedicated to helping children in child protective services, criminal and family courts, and foster care systems across the United States.
http://www.firststar.org/

Wings For Children
A non-profit organization devoted to helping abused children. Events, membership, and sex offender list.
http://www.wingsforchildren.org

The Children's Partnership - TCP
Offers a parents guide to the information super highway, next generation reports, TCP publications, and programs.
http://www.childrenspartnership.org/

I Got a Head Start!
Advocates for Head Start programs by highlighting success stories from Head Start "graduates" and parents. Stories, news, and events.
http://www.igotaheadstart.org/

Eye to Eye : Palestinian refugees
Photographs and stories by young Palestinian refugees that offers visitors to come and share their stories and see where they live.
http://www.savethechildren.org.uk/eyetoeye

Children's Week
Seeks to educate Florida's legislature on important issues facing children and families. Events, position papers, and advocacy toolkit.
http://www.childrens-week.org/

Agenda for Children
A voice for Louisiana's children and families. Find data and statistics, resources, and project information.
http://www.agendaforchildren.org/

Christian Children's Fund
Dedicated to providing long-term care to needy children worldwide by offering information on child sponsorship and poverty reduction, action alerts, and online donation options.
http://www.christianchildrensfund.org/

Save Abandoned Babies Foundation
Dedicated to publicizing an Illinois law designed to assist women who might otherwise abandon their babies in unsafe places. Offers adoption information, outreach materials, and a hotline.
http://www.saveabandonedbabies.org/

Alliance for Childhood
Promotes policies and practices that support children's healthy development, love of learning, and joy in living. Information about projects and how to help.
http://www.allianceforchildhood.org/

Annie E. Casey Foundation
Private charitable organization dedicated to helping build better futures for disadvantaged children in the U.S. Initiatives are related to reducing teen pregnancy, improving foster care, education reform, alternatives to juvenile detention, neighborhood improvement, and increased public awareness of children's issues.
http://www.aecf.org/

Advocates for Children and Youth
An independent nonprofit promoting the interests of children in Maryland. History and purpose, supporting data, news, opportunities, and donations.
http://www.acy.org/

Islamic Family Social Services Association
Serves the Edmonton community in Alberta, Canada, regardless of their religious denomination, while specializing in Muslim needs. Youth development programs, domestic violence counseling, and food and clothing assistance.
http://www.ifssa.ca/

National Coalition for Child Protection Reform
Works to make the system better serve America's most vulnerable children by trying to change policies concerning child abuse, foster care and family preservation.
http://www.nccpr.org

Children First for Oregon
Dedicated to the wellbeing of each and every child in Oregon. Includes policy agenda, news, data, and publications.
http://www.childrenfirstfororegon.org/

Urban Health Initiative
Information on, and lessons learned by, campaigns to help cities make the health, safety, and investment decisions necessary to improve the well being of children.
http://urbanhealth.org

Best Interests
An electronic magazine for children's advocacy professionals, with news and articles on legal issues, medical and mental health topics related to the care of abused and neglected children.
http://www.childadvocacy.com/

Kids Counsel: Center for Children's Advocacy
Nonprofit organization which promotes and protects the legal rights and interests of poor children dependent upon the judicial, child welfare, health and mental health, education, and juvenile justice systems for their care. Located at the University of Connecticut School of Law in Hartford.
http://www.kidscounsel.org/

Child Welfare League of America
Children's advocacy organization active in lobbying and humanitarian projects in the US. History and current programs described; links to publications, childrearing resources, and sponsors.
http://www.cwla.org/

Lancaster's Promise and Communities That Care
Resources for parents, mentors, and organizations interested in mentoring programs in the Lancaster, Pennsylvania area.
http://www.mentorhelp.org/

Black Administrators in Child Welfare, Inc.
A non-profit organization dedicated to improving the lives of African American children in the nation’s child welfare system. Conferences, news, statistics, and training.
http://www.blackadministrators.org/

Sub Topics:
Prevent Child Abuse America
Abused Children
Youth Rights
Kids Count
Voices for America's Children


Related Topics:
Society: Issues: Children, Youth and Family: Parents' Rights
Society: Law: Legal Information: Family Law



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2006