Welcome Louisiana Lawmakers To Session
The 2024 Louisiana legislative session has begun and our state’s children need our help! Join SCAN in urging lawmakers to prioritize the needs of children this regular legislative session. Send a Message Today!
Louisiana
We’re Empowering Louisianans to Be the Voice for Kids
Louisianans overwhelmingly support investing in our kids and in early education.
This is key because research shows the first five years of children’s lives are critically important for their development. We’re committed to ensuring all children succeed in school and life.
Belinda Davis (D)
for Louisiana House of Representatives District 68
Barbara Freiberg (R)
for Louisiana House of Representatives District 70
John Wyble (R)
for Louisiana House of Representatives District 75
Paid for by Save the Children Action Network Victory Fund
Upcoming Events
Autism Awareness Community Event
April 27 @ 10:30 am - 1:30 pm CDTDream Events & Co.
704 North Soileau Street
Ville Platte, LA 70586 United States + Google Map
Ville Platte, LA 70586 United States + Google Map
Children’s Day at the Capitol
May 7 @ 9:00 am - 3:00 pm CDTLouisiana Statehouse
900 N 3rd St
Baton Rouge, LA 70802 United States + Google Map
Baton Rouge, LA 70802 United States + Google Map
Advocacy in Action
Watch our ad about the vital need for quality child care in Louisiana.
Louisiana in the News
Save the Children Action Network Victory Fund Celebrates Election Wins of Early Childhood Champions in Louisiana
WASHINGTON, DC (November 20, 2023) – Save the Children Action Network Victory Fund (SCANVF), a leading political voice for kids, celebrates the election victories of two endorsed candidates in the Louisiana Legislature who have shown their commitment to advancing the …
Letters: What will Jeff Landry do for our kids?
I want to congratulate Attorney General Jeff Landry on his victory in the governor’s race. Being a parent in Louisiana, I sincerely hope the governor-elect will prioritize the well-being and future of Louisiana’s kids by investing in early childhood education and child nutrition programs.
Save the Children Action Network Victory Fund Proudly Endorses Slate of Bipartisan Candidates Committed to Early Childhood Education and Ending Child Hunger in Louisiana
WASHINGTON, DC (October 25, 2023) – Today, Save the Children Action Network Victory Fund is pleased to announce its endorsements of three candidates for the Louisiana Legislature: Belinda Davis; Representative Barbara Freiberg; and John Wyble. These candidates are each dedicated …
SCAN Staff Contact
Crystal Ellis
Louisiana State Manager
Crystal Ellis is a mother, veteran and dynamic social and political advocate dedicated to doing purpose-driven work to transform the lives of children and families. She has extensive experience in establishing external partnerships to positively drive change and build capacity. Her community insight, ability to engage stakeholders and dedication to service make her an impactful leader.
Crystal currently resides in Baton Rouge, Louisiana with her partner, their eight children and three dogs.
Jasmine Harris
Louisiana Senior Associate, Family Engagement
Over her career she has had many roles within higher education, including serving as a Family Engagement Specialist in Early Childhood Education for Calcasieu Parish School Board, and most recently as the Disaster Volunteer Coordinator for the Louisiana Conference of the United Methodist Church.
She graduated from McNeese State University and earned her Master of Arts in Adult Learning and Development from Northwestern State University. Jasmine is a life-long resident of Louisiana and currently lives in the Southwest region with her loving husband and their four beautiful children. When she’s not advocating for kids, she spends her time leading in various roles at her church.