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Our Key Issues

Children in Crisis

When crisis strikes, SCAN speaks up.

Unthinkable conflict. Unbearable poverty. Unimaginable levels of need. These crises and more pose a grave threat to kids’ futures. Millions around the world have had their childhoods stolen. It’s not fair — but our elected leaders have the power to help.

Our Mission

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. 

Get Fed Up and Fight Hunger

Right now, 153 million kids are going hungry worldwide, including nearly 20% of all children here at home. Tell Congress: Kids are counting on us. Fully fund lifesaving programs like Food for Peace and WIC!

Speak Up for Afghanistan’s Children
Get Fed Up and Fight Hunger
Protect Children and Frontline Humanitarian Responders

Over 12 million children in Afghanistan need humanitarian aid to survive. No child deserves to suffer. Tell Congress: Send lifesaving relief to Afghanistan NOW.

Right now, 153 million kids are going hungry worldwide, including nearly 20% of all children here at home. Tell Congress: Kids are counting on us. Fully fund lifesaving programs like Food for Peace and WIC!

Humanitarian workers are losing their lives in record numbers, while trying to save others. 213 million children won’t survive without support. Tell Congress: Protect humanitarian aid. Don’t let children die waiting for help.

LET’S PROTECT CHILDREN IN CRISIS

When kids’ rights are at risk, we speak up. You can help mobilize lawmakers, share children’s stories and make lasting change.

“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

Advocacy in Action

Read inspiring stories on our work to protect kids’ futures!

MORE KEY CAUSES

Early Childhood Education

Early education prepares children for a lifetime of learning.

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Child Hunger

Kids can’t thrive on empty stomachs.

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