Our Key Issues
When crisis strikes, SCAN speaks up.
We champion the rights of the world’s 2.3 billion children.
Surviving is just the beginning for at-risk kids. In the face of ever-growing humanitarian need, SCAN is urging Congress to fund urgent and long-term support for struggling families and communities — advocating for programs that keep children healthy, learning and safe from harm.
No child should go hungry, yet too many kids in Tennessee can’t access food at school. Tennessee lawmakers are considering legislation that would expand free school lunches. Tell lawmakers to say Yes to school meals!
During the two years of conflict in Sudan, a child has been forced to flee their home every 10 seconds! The world cannot continue to look away as children’s lives are torn apart. Break the silence and tell Congress: Invest in foreign aid.
Excruciating hunger. Horrific conflict. Crushing poverty. Without foreign aid, millions of children will face these crises alone. Tell Congress: Invest in foreign aid for a healthier, safer future.
On this grim anniversary, 7.5 million children require lifesaving humanitarian aid. Please, tell Congress: Syria’s children deserve a second chance at childhood.
Volunteer with SCAN and 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 meet with Congress. Don’t worry – we’ll provide the tools you need to be a powerful champion for children.
“Meeting with policymakers makes me feel like the voice of my community has been heard. I’m already imagining children going to school and getting access to healthcare services.”
– Kubra, youth activist from Nigeria
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