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Advocacy

Child advocacy is a practice with a strong tradition in the United States. Yet, it is still a practice conjuring up various images for those who would practice it. Although we believe there are "natural" advocates, we also believe there is a set of beliefs, strategies and practices that have evolved over time to build a foundation for those who would like to become child advocates.

We believe anyone can be invited to become a child advocate as long as they possess a commitment to children, and are tireless in pursuing dreams, persistent when facing challenges, able to recognize incremental victories and ardent in enlisting the help of others. Indeed, a child advocate must be courageous in acknowledging problems that others would prefer to ignore, while willing to help find solutions when faced with problems that haven't been solved. Child advocates, whether as individuals or in groups, have been known to provoke mighty changes to the public and private systems impacting children.

With these thoughts in mind we have developed this section of the website to provide you with additional resources and information concerning child advocacy. We have also developed several training modules for individuals interested in learning more about advocacy. If you are interested in participating in future advocacy training please contact us by phone or e-mail.

What is Advocacy?