This Halloween, Who You Gonna Call? Your Members of Congress.
In the spirit of spookiness, here are some tricky issues that are affecting kids and ways that you can help treat them.
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All Across the Country, We’re Highlighting Children Impacted by War
I’m a father of two young kids, and I can’t help but think about the terrible consequences armed conflict, like the situation in Syria, has on children. Fortunately, as an employee of Save the Children Action Network, I know that many people are working tirelessly to advocate for the safety and security of these children.
A Spark of Light in the Darkness: A Refugee’s Story
Wilita and his siblings. This picture was taken when they first came to the United States. Wilita is in the top right corner wearing a black suit and white shirt. I grew up in the Democratic Republic of the Congo …
It’s Not Up for Debate: Candidates Need to Talk About Kids
When someone asks me what I think about the 2020 presidential race, here’s my answer: we’re not hearing enough about kids!
Who will run the world? These girls.
International Day of the Girl is on October 11. This year, let’s recommit to ensuring that every girl has a chance to succeed and live her dream.
Partner Organizations Weigh In: How Can We Advocate for Kids?
SCAN asked some of its partners to weigh in on issues that affect kids today, and how we, as voters and advocates, can help them. Here is what they said.
World Leaders: Don’t forget about kids at UNGA
The 74th UN General Assembly is now in session. This is a great opportunity to call on world leaders to make critical investments to better the lives of children.
From Teacher to Advocate: Meet Adriana Gomez
SCAN advocate Adrianna Gomez started volunteering almost exactly a year ago and now she’s a volunteer leader. Here’s what she’s learned in that time, and how SCAN has made a difference in her life.
The first years of a child’s life are crucial. Here’s how we can help them.
SCAN’s Associate Director for State Campaigns details how he’s seen the benefit of early childhood education across multiple states and explains why he’s encouraging the Senate to #InvestInKids.
5 Ways SCAN Volunteers Advocated for Child Care in August
Though August flew by, it was productive for our advocates! They spent their days meeting with representatives and recruiting more voices for kids.
From Washington to Berlin, We’re Building Youth Engagement
Last month, I traveled to Berlin to visit the Save the Children Germany office to help more young people get involved in advocacy. Here’s what I shared, and what I learned along the way.