Advocacy & Policy
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This thorough study reveals why service learning is important among the implementation of common core standards.
The Coalition for Community Schools is an alliance of national, state and local organizations in education K-16, youth development, community planning and development, family support, health and human services, government and philanthropy as well as national, state and local community school networks. They seek to mobilize the resources and capacity of multiple sectors and institutions to create a united movement for community schools.
The Council of Chief State School Officers (CCSSO) is a nonpartisan, nationwide, nonprofit organization of public officials who head departments of elementary and secondary education. CSSO provides leadership, advocacy, and technical assistance on major educational issues. Site provides access to a number of different newsletters including “Language, Culture, and Equity,” “Reading and Writing Improvement,” and “Innovation Quarterly.”
The National Association of Student Financial Aid Administrators (NASFAA) works to increase student access to postsecondary education, provides professional development of financial aid administrators, and advocates for public policy initiatives that improve student financial assistance.
The Pinnacle Health Children’s Resource Center, located in Harrisburg, PA, provides efficient, quality care in a safe, child-friendly environment for children suspected of having been abused or neglected. By bringing together agencies including child protection services, social services, and victim advocacy, the CRC can ensure a child-focused approach to child abuse cases.
Also known as the Child Mind Institute, Speak Up for Kids leads a public education campaign about Mental Health issues and erasing the stigma that prevents parents from getting help for their kids.
Voices for Children transforms the lives of abused children in San Diego County by providing a court appointed special advocate (CASA). Voices for Children increases awareness about the foster care system and advocates for legal policies and practices that enhance the quality of life for foster children.
The Western Regional Children’s Advocacy Center strengthens existing Children’s Advocacy Centers, and helps communities develop such centers, through training and technical assistance in 13 western states. Western Regional Children’s Advocacy Center exists through funding by the Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention.
Collaborative for Children works to improve the quality of early care and education through programs for families, educators, and communities. Programs available are Strengthening Families, Improving Learning Environment and Empowering Educators, Inspiring Community Action and Awareness, and Transforming Neighbors.
Coleman Advocates for Children and Youth works to improve the lives of San Francisco’s children, youth, and families for over 30 years. They are a successful a member-driven, community-based organization of working families, youth, advocates and service providers.
Child Welfare League of America is a coalition of private and public agencies that offer publications, membership services, conferences, consultations and special initiatives to help ensure the safety and well-being of youth and their families who have experienced abuse, neglect or family disruption.
Children’s Defense Fund is a non-profit child advocacy group that champions policies and programs that lift children from poverty, protect them from abuse and neglect, ensure them access to quality education, and a moral and spiritual foundation. The site includes advocacy resources and child research data.