Education
The Community Learning Center (CLC) Model as Effective School Improvement Strategy
New white paper explores foundational efforts and policies to promote student wellness and success through CLC Model in Ohio.
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Education
It’s Up to Us: The Public Education Texas Students Deserve
In July, a special committee on Educational Opportunity & Enrichment convened at the legislature to discuss the future of education in Texas. The formation of this committee foreshadows a highly anticipated education special session in the fall.
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Service Announcements
Vote No on Issue 1
Issue 1 is the ballot initiative on the table. If passed, it will make it harder for Ohio citizens to make changes to Ohio law.
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Child Poverty
Centering Racial Equity in New York Policymaking: The New York City Racial Justice Ballot Proposals
There is clear and urgent need to take decisive action to end New York’s entrenched racial inequalities and promote equitable economic mobility.
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Education
CDF Freedom Schools: Serving Summer Literacy
The right to read has been at the forefront of our mind for months with the nationwide surge in book banning, but the summer months mean that we’re celebrating the 16,000 scholars across the country joining CDF Freedom Schools®.
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Child Health
The Fight for Our Rights Continues
The 88th legislative session may have ended in May, but the need for young people to join the fight for our rights is ongoing.
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Child Poverty
Children’s Defense Fund calls on Senate to introduce Fully Inclusive Child Tax Credit Legislation
A child’s well-being is tightly connected to their family’s financial stability.
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Racial Justice
SCOTUS Affirmative Action decision leaves Young People on their Own, But Not Alone
With the increasing diversity of young people in America ‘affirmative action’ in every facet of public life is more important now than ever.
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Immigration
We Need More Culturally Significant After-School Clubs
As an immigrant, does America welcome us? Do immigrants feel accepted and welcome in this mixed environment?
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Education
Juneteenth: Knowing our history
Juneteenth marks one crucial point in time, but also reminds us to sustain the liberation efforts that made the events of June 19, 1865 possible. CDF embraces that charge today and everyday as we build community with you so young people grow up with dignity, hope, and joy.
Featured Blog Series
For Our Children
From the desk of President and CEO Rev. Dr. Starsky Wilson, discover a new take on child well-being and advocacy. Read to learn more about shaping conversations, policies, and actions for improving the lives of our nation's children and youth.
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