For Our Children
CDF President and CEO Rev. Dr. Starsky Wilson shares his thoughts on the issues most crucial to advancing the well-being of our nation’s children and youth.
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For Our Children: Shaping “Good Mornings” for our Children
Good mornings start with what we do today, so how you can take action to shape a brighter future for our children? Read the September issue of For Our Children to learn the latest on what’s at stake for children’s rights including threats to Head Start, upcoming events like our American Youth Policy Forum, and how you can vote for your children and with your children this November.…
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For Our Children: It’s Time to Go Back to School
(August 31, 2026) – Protect education and stand up for every child’s right to learn, grow, and thrive.…
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For Our Children: The Conditions Our Children Inherit
July 31, 2026 – As a new school year begins, children are returning to classrooms while facing growing challenges, from hunger and health care cuts to mental health needs and educational inequities. Explore why this moment calls for renewed commitment to every child’s well-being.…
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For Our Children: Every Summer is #FreedomSummer for CDF
June 18, 2026 – In June, we honor the spirit of Freedom Summer and the generations of organizers, educators, and advocates who have worked to expand justice and opportunity for children and families. This moment calls us to remember that lasting change is built through community, courage, and an unwavering commitment to child well-being.…
Rev. Dr. Starsky Wilson
Rev. Dr. Starsky Wilson is president and CEO of Children’s Defense Fund (CDF) and CDF Action Council.
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