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Student Engagement

Today’s students are tomorrow’s leaders — but why wait to make change? SCAN’s youth advocates are already building a better future for children.

JOIN THE NEXT GENERATION OF LEADERS

Students like you are showing up and speaking out for kids.

SCAN’s youth advocates champion children’s rights in hundreds of high schools and colleges. Together, they’re a national network of unapologetic changemakers.

Start Your Journey Today

Kick off a club, host a fundraiser or organize advocacy events.

Our Student Engagement Program helps youth leaders harness the power of their voices. With training, resources and support from SCAN, students are leading the way toward a brighter tomorrow — on their campuses and in their communities. 


In 2023, we activated 102 student clubs and hosted 194 school activities nationwide!

LEAD

Student Ambassadors get hands-on experience as leaders and changemakers – building teams, spearheading clubs, running workshops and more.

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ADVOCATE

Use your voice to educate peers, organize petitions and urge lawmakers to pass life-changing legislation.

Speak Up

FUNDRAISE

Brainstorm creative ways to raise money for SCAN initiatives, lifesaving child programs and emergency response efforts.

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Engage Your Community

Partner with local organizations to reach at-risk families in your community – from food, clothing and book drives to climate resilience initiatives.

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Join a Community of Changemakers

There are endless ways to channel your passion for helping kids: write letters to the editor, participate in local events, fundraise or even meet with your member of Congress. Don’t worry — we’ll provide the tools and training you need to be a powerful champion for children.

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December 15 @ 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm EST

SCAN’s West Virginia 10th Anniversary Party

Fayette County Family Resource Office, 134 Main Street W. Oak Hill, WV 25901

I didn’t have the best start in life… so I want to make sure kids today have somebody that’s going to speak up for them.

– Ivy, President of New Mexico State University’s SCAN c

ADVOCACY IN ACTION

Check out the latest stories on our incredible volunteers!

December 15 @ 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm EST

SCAN’s West Virginia 10th Anniversary Party
Fight to Protect Kids’ Futures

December 15 @ 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm EST

We are looking forward to celebrating not only SCAN achievements but also personal achievements. This will be a child-friendly event, so please feel free to bring your family! Just let us know how many people to anticipate so we have enough supplies and food.

As the cost of living continues to rise, families can’t afford essentials like groceries and child care. Millions are struggling just to get by – and they need our nation’s support. Please, tell Congress: We must fund critical child programs in next year’s budget.