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A national non-profit organization dedicated to helping children in child protective services,
criminal and family courts, and foster care systems across the United States.
http://www.firststar.org/
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Amerasian Foundation, Inc.
Helps Amerasian children and families in the Philippines, Vietnam, and other parts of the world.
News, events, and Amerasian Registry.
http://www.amerasianfoundation.org/
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Center for Excellence in Early Childhood Development
Focused on early childhood development in Ventura county, California. Research, training,
publications, and resources.
http://www.thecfe.org/
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ChildrenFIRST
Children First, through its journal and its web site, monitors and advocates for children's rights
in South Africa and Africa.
http://www.childrenfirst.org.za/
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Children's Week
Seeks to educate Florida's legislature on important issues facing children and families. Events,
position papers, and advocacy toolkit.
http://www.childrens-week.org/
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Children at Risk
Seeks to improve the lives of children in the greater Houston, Texas area through advocacy, policy
analysis, and research. Issues, data, and publications.
http://www.childrenatrisk.org/
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Stop Commercial Exploitation of Children
Organization against advertising and marketing to children. Events, links, how to join, newsletter,
and press releases.
http://www.commercialexploitation.com/
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Child Mental Health Advocate
The Advocate serves the needs of children, families and professionals while addressing mental
health issues.
http://www.childadvocate.net/psychiatric_toc.htm
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Kids Count Alaska
Collects and publicizes information about the health, safety, and economic well being of children
in Alaska. Data, publications, and regional information.
http://www.kidscount.alaska.edu/
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Human Services Policy Center
Affiliated with the University of Washington, the Center uses policy and data analysis to improve
the well being of children, families and communities. Projects, conferences, and press releases.
http://www.hspc.org/
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Tennessee Commission on Children and Youth
Independent agency created by the state legislature to advocate for children and support community
efforts to improve the lives of children. Newsletter, data, and legislation.
http://www.state.tn.us/tccy/
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Kansas Action for Children
Seeks improvements in public policy and public systems that address the needs and rights of
children in Kansas. Media center, advocacy tools, and legislative updates.
http://www.kac.org/
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Colorado Children's Campaign
Seeks to improve the health, safety, education, and economic security of children in Colorado.
Newsletter, early childhood initiatives, information for the media, and legislative updates.
http://www.coloradokids.org/
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Center on the Family
Based at the University of Hawaii at Manoa, the Center provides publications, data, and research on
children and families in Hawaii.
http://www.uhfamily.hawaii.edu/index.asp
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Family Connection Partnership
Seeks to improve the health, economic well being, and educational outcomes of Georgia's children.
Community assistance, state initiatives, and best practices.
http://www.georgiafamilyconnection.org/
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Vermont Children's Forum
Develops a policy agenda for Vermont's children and youth. Data, projects, advocacy tools, and
news.
http://www.childrensforum.org/
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Voices for Children - Nebraska
Uses advocacy to improve the lives of children in Nebraska. Children's agenda, publications,
calendar, and resources.
http://www.voicesforchildren.com/index.html
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Child and Family Policy Center
Uses research to improve state and federal policy regarding children and families. News,
publications, Iowa projects, and national projects.
http://www.cfpciowa.org/
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South Dakota Coalition for Children
Promotes the well being of children in South Dakota through legislative advocacy, publications, and
discussion forums.
http://www.sdcchildren.org/
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North Dakota Kids Count
Focuses on policy decisions that help North Dakota communities better support families and
children. Data, publications, and presentations.
http://www.ndkidscount.org/
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Oklahoma Institute for Child Advocacy
Seeks legislative action, changes in public attitudes, and broad constituencies to improve the well
being of children in Oklahoma. Legislative agenda, statistics, initiatives, and advocacy tools.
http://www.oica.org/
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Rhode Island Kids Count
Children's policy and advocacy organization that provides legislative information, publications,
resources, and news.
http://www.rikidscount.org/matriarch/
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Congregations Concerned for Children
A interfaith initiative focused on improving the lives of children in Minnesota. Advocacy
opportunities, legislative agenda, events, and resources.
http://www.ccccan.org/
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Children First for Oregon
Uses research, education, and analysis to inform the media, communities, and policy makers about
Oregon's children. News, programs, and resources.
http://www.cffo.org/
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New Mexico Voices for Children
Promotes the well being of children, youth, and families. Legislative alerts, anti-poverty
campaigns, and media resources.
http://www.nmvoices.org/
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The Mississippi Forum on Children & Families
Uses education, research, and demonstration to strengthen children and families. Child care,
health care, and parent education initiatives.
http://www.mfcf.org/
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Agenda for Children
Seeks to make government work better for children in Louisiana. Child care resources, health
insurance initiatives, violence prevention programs, and media notes.
http://www.agendaforchildren.org/
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National Institute on Children, Youth & Families, Inc.
Non-profit institute dedicated to research and policy analysis that focuses public attention on the
problems facing poor, minority, and disabled children. Projects and publications.
http://www.nicyf.org/
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Indiana Youth Institute
Provides tools and information to youth organizations in Indiana. Data, publications, grant tips,
and consulting services.
http://www.iyi.org/
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Westchester Children's Association
Strives to improve the lives of children in Westchester County, New York by focusing on improved
health care, less gun violence, and better foster care services.
http://www.wca4kids.org/
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Voices for Georgia's Children
Supports research, policy analysis, and advocacy designed to improve the lives of children in the
state of Georgia. Contact information, survey of state advocacy organizations, and strategic
initiatives.
http://www.georgiavoices.org/
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Statewide Youth Advocacy
Non-profit organization in New York state that seeks to expand children's health services, reform
the child welfare and juvenile justice systems, and improve public benefits for children.
http://www.syanys.org/
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Philadelphia Citizens for Children and Youth
Seeks greater funding and support for health insurance, education, transportation, and public
benefits for children and families in the Philadelphia, Pennsylvania area. Health care resources,
events, and press releases.
http://www.pccy.org/
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Pennsylvania Partnerships for Children
Focuses on the health, early education, and well being of children in Pennsylvania. Legislative
updates, publications, calendar, and news.
http://www.papartnerships.org/
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Michigan's Children
Non-profit organization that promotes a strategy of intervening before problems limit a child's
potential. Programs, news, publications, and legislative issues.
http://www.michiganschildren.org/
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Massachusetts Citizens for Children
Aims to elevate children's issues to the top of the public agenda in Massachusetts. News,
hotlines, and projects on preventing child abuse and shaken baby syndrome.
http://www.masskids.org/
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KidsCounsel: Center for Children's Advocacy
The Center, which is affiliated with the University of Connecticut Law School, uses representation,
training, legislative advocacy, and consultation to protect the rights of children.
http://www.kidscounsel.org/kidscounsel/index.html
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Girls Inc.
Encourages girls to be strong, smart, and bold. News, research, advocacy, and local chapters.
http://www.girlsinc.org/ic/
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The Coalition for Greater Cleveland's Children
A group of more than 80 organizations devoted to improving the health, education, safety, and
economic well being of children in the Cleveland, Ohio area. Position papers and testimony.
http://www.coalition4kids.org/
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Children's Action Alliance
Promotes the well being of Arizona's children through advocacy, education, and research. Press
releases, fact sheets, legislative agenda, and publications.
http://www.azchildren.org/caa/welcome.asp
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Wyoming Children's Action Alliance
Promotes the well being of Wyoming's children through advocacy, education, and leadership. Offers
programs designed to improve the quality of child care.
http://www.wykids.org/
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Texans Care For Children
Devoted to improving the lives of children in Texas. Legislative policy, events, campaigns, and
advocacy resources.
http://www.texanscareforchildren.org/
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Association for Children of New Jersey
Focuses on improving the lives of children in New Jersey. News, community outreach, legal
resources, and legislative initiatives.
http://www.acnj.org/main.asp?uri=1000&sti=171
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Voices for Florida's Children
Uses communication, network building, and policy initiatives to improve the lives of Florida's
children. News, legislative agenda, and calendar.
http://floridakids.org/site/news.php
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National Center for Youth Law
Seeks to protect abused and neglected children, expand health care and other public benefits for
youth, and improve child support collection. News, publications, and contact information.
http://www.youthlaw.org/
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Save Abandoned Babies Foundation
Dedicated to publicizing an Illinois law designed to assist women who might otherwise abandon their
babies in unsafe places. Offers adoption information, outreach materials, and a hotline.
http://www.saveabandonedbabies.org/
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Sparrow Lake Alliance
Focuses on advocacy and research to improve the health and well-being of children in Ontario,
Canada. Events, task forces, and publications.
http://www.sparrowlake.org/
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The Children's Foundation
Focuses on child nutrition, child care, health care, welfare-to-work programs, and child support.
Research, publications, and information on the National Child Care Advocacy and National Child
Support programs.
http://www.childrensfoundation.net/
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50 Ways to Save Our Children
Seeks to benefit children and their families by encouraging philanthropy and public service.
Offers several specific activities individuals can do to improve the lives of children.
http://www.50ways.org/
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Society for Advocacy of Women and Child Rights
Advocacy organization based in India that focuses on ending child labor, promoting women's rights,
and AIDS awareness.
http://www.wecaretoo.com/Organizations/IND/sawcr.html
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National Advocacy Center
The Center, which is affiliated with the Sisters of the Good Shepherd, advocates for changes in
society that improve the lives of women and children. Contact information, goals, and legislative
priorities.
http://www.goodshepherdsistersna.com/Agencys/Maryland/national_advocacy_center.htm
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Children's Trust Fund
Organization which seeks to eliminate child abuse and strengthen families in Massachusetts through
programs, publications, and other resources.
http://www.mctf.org/
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The Farm, Inc.
Dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for Kansas youth and families through behavioral health
and child welfare services.
http://www.the-farm.org
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National Family Preservation Network
Resources to assist child welfare agency professionals in preserving families at risk of having
children removed, reuniting removed children whenever possible, and encouraging fathers'
involvement in their children's lives.
http://www.nfpn.org/
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The Trumpet
A quarterly newsletter published by Angels of Mercy. Angels of Mercy provide school supplies,
clothing, and holiday gifts to children of Louisiana Death Row inmates.
http://hometown.aol.com/angels1203/myhomepage/newsletter.html
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Community Peacemakers and Street Safe Kids
Helps communities build and organize safety networks for children. News, volunteer opportunities,
and information on street safety.
http://www.compeace.org
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Parents United for Child Care
Committed to increasing the supply of quality, affordable child care in Massachusetts.
http://www.pucc.com/
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Tutor/Mentor Connection
A resource center for anyone working to populate inner city neighborhoods with comprehensive,
long-term, mentoring-to-career programs.
http://tutormentorconnection.org
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The Afterschool Alliance
An alliance of public, private, and nonprofit groups committed to raising awareness and expanding
resources for afterschool programs.
http://afterschoolalliance.org
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Lancaster's Promise and Communities That Care
Resources for parents, mentors, and organizations interested in mentoring programs in the
Lancaster, Pennsylvania area.
http://www.mentorhelp.org/
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Community Tool Box
Offers practical guidelines to organizations focused on improving their communities. Topics
include leadership, strategic planning, grant writing, and community assessment.
http://ctb.ku.edu/
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Children's Advocacy Institute
The Institute, which is affiliated with the University of San Diego School of Law, represents the
interest of children in legislative, judicial, and administrative matters.
http://www.caichildlaw.org/
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The Southern Institute on Children and Families
Seeks to improve health care, child care, and transportation services for children and families in
the South.
http://www.kidsouth.org/
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The Child and Family Policy Center
The Center, which is affiliated with Vanderbilt University, uses advocacy, research, and education
to strengthen children and families.
http://www.vanderbilt.edu/VIPPS/C&FPC/
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Family Re-Union
Annual child and family conferences moderated by former Vice President Al Gore and Tipper Gore.
Reports, speeches, and resources.
http://www.familyreunion.org
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Consultative Group on Early Childhood Care and Development
A consortium of agencies, donors, NGOs and foundations involved in programming, research, policy
advocacy, monitoring and evaluation for young children (0-8) at risk in the developing world.
http://www.ecdgroup.com/
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Children's Health Alliance of Wisconsin
Building strong partnerships and coalitions to address emerging children's health issues throughout
Wisconsin.
http://www.chawisconsin.org
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Waypoint
Provides advocacy, community leadership, and services for women and their families in Cedar Rapids,
Iowa and surrounding areas. Child care, domestic violence prevention, and shelter programs.
http://www.waypointservices.org
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Child Care Association of Illinois
Dedicated to improving foster care, adoption, special education, juvenile justice, and youth homes
in Illinois.
http://www.cca-il.org
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Colorado Association of Family and Children's Agencies
An association of Colorado nonprofit child welfare agencies advocating on behalf of at-risk
children and families.
http://cafca.net
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Urban Health Initiative
Information on, and lessons learned by, campaigns to help cities make the health, safety, and
investment decisions necessary to improve the well being of children.
http://urbanhealth.org
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Sunday Friends
Helps children in the Bay Area of Northern California who live in homeless shelters. Programs,
news, and volunteer opportunities.
http://www.sundayfriends.org
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Love Our Children USA
Dedicated to fighting child abuse through advocacy, outreach, and education. Publications and
resources for parents, kids and teens.
http://www.loveourchildrenusa.org
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Islamic Family Social Services Association
Serves the Edmonton community in Alberta, Canada, regardless of their religious denomination, while
specializing in Muslim needs. Youth development programs, domestic violence counseling, and food
and clothing assistance.
http://www.ifssa.ca/
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Juvenile Justice Fund
Dedicated to increasing resources available to the Fulton County Juvenile Court for helping abused
and neglected children. Residential, educational, advocacy, and therapy programs.
http://www.juvenilejusticefund.org
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National Youth Development Information Center (NYDIC)
Helps national and community organizations build youth development programs. Publications,
research, links to grant opportunities, and contact information.
http://www.nydic.org/
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Proaction, Cops and Kids
Provides funding support for community programs run by the Toronto Police Service Community
Policing Unit on behalf of kids at risk.
http://www.copsandkids.ca
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European Network of Ombudsmen for Children
Works to encourage the fullest possible implementation of the Convention on the Rights of the
Child, and supports collective lobbying for children's rights.
http://www.ombudsnet.org/
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Community Action Program in Belknap-Merrimack Counties, NH
Servicing the needs of infants, children, and the elderly in Belknap and Merrimack Counties and
other parts of New Hampshire.
http://www.bm-cap.org
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North Carolina Child Advocacy Institute
Provides news, reports, and resources on issues affecting the well-being of North Carolina's
children. Special emphasis on child abuse, health care, education, and juvenile justice.
http://www.ncchild.org
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Robert F. Kennedy Children's Action Corps, Inc.
Provides care, counseling, treatment, education and rehabilitative services for at risk children in
Massachusetts.
http://www.rfkchildren.org
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Children's Alliance
An advocacy organization dedicated to improving the health, safety, and economic well being of
children in Washington state. Offers publications, training opportunities, and resources for
advocacy and outreach.
http://www.childrensalliance.org/
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Voices for America's Children
Nationwide network of nonprofit, multi-issue, nonpartisan state and local child advocacy
organizations working to ensure children's safety, security, health and education.
http://www.voicesforamericaschildren.org/
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Perspectives On Youth
A free and comprehensive multidisciplinary forum for those that work with youth to exchange
viewpoints, research, and experiences with others who strive toward a common goal: promoting the
well-being of youth.
http://www.perspectivesonyouth.org
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Helping Us Kids
Provides news and resources on health insurance, child care, education, and financial assistance
for families with children. Resource sections are available in both English and Spanish.
http://www.helpinguskids.org/
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Youth Law Center
Non-profit, public interest law office that investigates abuse in the child welfare and juvenile
justice systems.
http://www.youthlawcenter.com/
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National Center for Children in Poverty
The Center, which is affiliated with Columbia University, produces reports, fact sheets, and press
material that highlight strategies to end child poverty in the United States.
http://www.nccp.org/
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The Children's Partnership
National research, policy analysis, and advocacy organization focused on children and technology,
children's health care, and building a broad constituency to support children's issues.
http://www.childrenspartnership.org/
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On the Capitol Doorstep (OTCD)
Provides information on California and federal legislation affecting young children with a focus on
child care and development programs.
http://www.otcdkids.com/
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Citizen Advocates for Foster Children's Rights
A nonprofit organization dedicated to helping foster children. Find resources, online newsletters,
a message board and foster parenting information.
http://www.caffcr.org/
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Nevada Institute for Children (NIC)
NIC is a non-profit, non-partisan organization dedicated to advancing children's issues in Nevada
and the United States.
http://www.unlv.edu/Research/NIC/index.html
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Wings For Children
Devoted to stopping child abuse and finding missing children. Provides free air transportation to
sick, poor, and abused children.
http://www.wingsforchildren.org
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National Network for Youth
Dedicated to ensuring that young people can be safe and lead healthy and productive lives.
http://www.nn4youth.org/
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The Children's Voice
Advocating for the rights of children to equal access to both parents after separation or divorce,
the eliminaton of gender discrimination, and the dismantling of the adversarial system of family
law.
http://home.ican.net/~kidshelp/index.html
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Families at Risk
Representatives throughout the country help abused foster children and victims of child abuse laws.
http://www.familiesatrisk.com
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Parent News On-line Newspaper
A place for parents who have been a victim of cps corruption or otherwise falsely accused of child
abuse. Also a place to go for some up-to-date information on our family constitutional rights.
http://www.parentnews.net
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Parents Reform for Pasco County
Seeks reform in the Child Protection Investigation unit of the Pasco County Sheriff's office in
Florida, as well as the Family Continuity Program and the 6th Judicial Court.
http://prpc2002.tripod.com/
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Alliance for Children and Families
An international membership association representing more than 350 private, nonprofit child- and
family-serving organizations.
http://www.alliance1.org
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American Family Rights Association
An association of parents, concerned citizens, and professionals that seek reforms to Child
Protective Services.
http://www.familyrightsassociation.com
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Child Labor Coalition
Provides a forum and a unified voice on protecting working minors and ending child labor
exploitation. Develops informational and educational outreach to the public and private sectors.
http://www.stopchildlabor.org/
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World Vision
A leading, international, Christian aid organisation that is working worldwide to bring hope and
change to communities in need through our relief and development projects aimed at helping children
in developing countries.
http://www.worldvision.org.uk/
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National Child Welfare Resource Center for Family-Centered Practice
Seeks to enhance the capacity of state and tribal child welfare agencies to plan, implement, and
evaluate family-centered services for children and families.
http://www.cwresource.org/
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Terre des Hommes India Programme
Sponsored by the Germany office of the child advocacy organization. Site constitutes an interactive
and educational platform to defend and protect children's rights as defined by the UNCRC, with case
studies, news and opinion articles, activity centre, and downloads.
http://childrensrightsindia.org/
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Child Relief and You (CRY)
Information on the status of children in India and the organization's efforts to provide them food,
clothing, shelter, and education.
http://www.cry.org/
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International Bureau of Children's Rights
An international organization based in Canada that seeks to protect, defend and promote the rights
and the welfare of all children. Supports the principles set forth in the Convention on the Rights
of the Child.
http://www.ibcr.org/
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Defence For Children International
An independent non-governmental organization working to promote and protect the rights of the
child.
http://www.defence-for-children.org/
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Canadian Coalition for the Rights of Children
The Coalition aims to ensure a collective voice for Canadian organizations and youth advocates of
children's rights as described in the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child and the
World Summit for Children Declaration.
http://www.rightsofchildren.ca
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Children's Rights, Inc.
Watchdog group dedicated to reforming government child welfare services across the US. Statistics,
reports on pending legislation, policy and research position papers, cases, and news.
http://www.childrensrights.org/
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Children's Rights Alliance for England
Information, projects, links related to improving the status and lives of all children in England
through the full implementation of the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child.
http://www.crights.org.uk/
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Children's Rights First
Concerned with children's rights to see their parents and to mental well-being when parents are
separated.
http://www.childrensrightsfirst.org/
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UNICEF: Child Rights
Publications and information on the work of the United Nations Children's Fund and its advocacy for
children's rights, survival, development and protection through adoption of the Convention on the
Rights of the Child.
http://www.unicef.org/crc/
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National Association of Counsel for Children
Child advocacy and professional membership association representing children that are involved in
the court system as victims of abuse and neglect or subjects of custody, visitation and adoption
cases. Information about training and technical assistance, policy advocacy, and events.
http://www.naccchildlaw.org/
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Child Welfare League of America
Children's advocacy organization active in lobbying and humanitarian projects in the US. History
and current programs described; links to publications, childrearing resources, and sponsors.
http://www.cwla.org/
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Fair Treatment for Teens
Encourages participating businesses to ensure that young people will not be taken advantage of
because of age or inexperience and that they will be informed of their rights as employees.
http://www.fairtreatment.org
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Campaign 2000 - End Child Poverty in Canada
A cross-Canada public education movement to build public awareness and support for the 1989
all-party House of Commons resolution to end child poverty in Canada by the year 2000.
http://www.campaign2000.ca
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National Association for Multicultural Education
This site supports efforts in educational equity and social justice and provides resources for
students and educators and valuable links to other sites.
http://www.nameorg.org
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Christian Children's Fund
Dedicated to providing long-term care to needy children worldwide by offering information on child
sponsorship and poverty reduction, action alerts, and online donation options.
http://www.christianchildrensfund.org/
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Safer Child
A nonprofit educational information and referral resource on all issues of child welfare, child
health and child safety.
http://www.saferchild.org
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American Youth Policy Forum
Nonpartisan professional development organization providing learning opportunities for policymakers
working on youth issues at the local, state and national levels.
http://www.aypf.org/
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The National Mentoring Partnership
An organization that promotes, advocates and is a resource for mentors and mentoring initiatives
nationwide.
http://www.mentoring.org/
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Children and Armed Conflict Unit
Database containing up-to-date information on issues about children and armed conflict, including
press releases and links to other relevant sites.
http://www2.essex.ac.uk/c%26acu/
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Soldier Child
Focuses on the effect of conflict on civilian children.
http://www.soldierchild.org
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PINS
An organization across NY State advocating parent rights to obtain the authority to raise their
teenage children by reforming legislation amending the persons in need of supervision law, raising
the age up to 18.
http://www.geocities.com/prafac.geo
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The Schott Foundation
Develops and strengthens the movement for equity in education and child care. Funds initiatives
aimed at improving public policy and educational and advocacy organizations.
http://www.schottfoundation.org/
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Children's Rights Council
National non-profit organization that works to assure children meaningful and continuing contact
with both their parents and extended family regardless of the parents' marital status.
http://www.gocrc.com/
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Parent Help U.S.A.
A non-profit charitable organization dedicated to preventing the abuse of infants and children
through parent education and family services, and emphasizes discipline without hitting or harming.
http://www.parenthelpusa.org
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Childhood Trust
Joint effort of Children's Hospital Medical Center of Cincinnati, the University of Cincinnati and
concerned citizens, dedicated to stopping the pain of child abuse through education, evaluation,
and treatment for victimized children and their families.
http://www.cincinnatichildrens.org/programs_services/362/
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National Children's Advocacy Center
Provides prevention, intervention, training, and treatment services in the field of child abuse and
neglect.
http://www.ncac-hsv.org/
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The Child Advocate Network
Serves the needs of children, families and professionals while addressing medical, educational,
psychiatric, legal and legislative issues.
http://www.childadvocate.net
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Prevent Child Abuse in Iowa
Works to end child abuse through parent education, home visitor, sexual abuse prevention, young
parents programs, and crisis child care.
http://www.pcaiowa.org
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Channel One Problems
A coalition of progressive and conservative groups opposing Channel One's presence in the schools,
with extensive links to testimony, data, and activism.
http://www.commercialalert.org/channel_one/index.html
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ProJoven
A nonprofit organization working to build the first and only residential-care home for troubled
adolescents in Paraguay.
http://www.projoven.org/
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Unbroken Trust
A student club dedicated to educating the public about local and world issues related to child
protection and child advocacy.
http://www.unbrokentrust.org
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Eye to Eye : Palestinian refugees
Photographs and stories by young Palestinian refugees that offers visitors to come and share their
stories and see where they live.
http://www.savethechildren.org.uk/eyetoeye
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Family Preservation & Child Welfare Network
Offers trends and facts on child abuse and neglect, foster care, adoption, family violence, and
child protective services.
http://www.familypreservation.com
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World Children's Center
A planned community for approximately 500 orphaned, neglected and abused children from Georgia, the
United States and the world.
http://www.worldchildrenscenter.org
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Advocates for Children
Provides support and information for parenting in a complex world through the Parent Resource
Center.
http://www.advocatesforchildren.net
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Partnership for Children
A non-profit group dedicated to improving the lives of children and youth in the greater Kansas
City area.
http://www.pfc.org/
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Wisconsin Council on Children and Families
Promotes the well-being of children and families in Wisconsin by advocating for effective and
efficient health, education, and human service delivery systems.
http://www.wccf.org/
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Kids First Fund
Designed to serve children who are orphans, handicapped, sexually abused, physically abused and
pregnant teenagers in developing countries and economies of our world.
http://www.kidsfirstfund.org
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Kidscape
A registered UK charity committed to keeping children safe from harm or abuse.
http://www.kidscape.org.uk/
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Childhelp USA / Virginia
Focuses on the prevention of child abuse. Offers education and treatment programs, as well as a
child abuse hotline.
http://www.childhelpva.org
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StandUp For Kids
A nationally acclaimed all volunteer nonprofit organization committed to the rescue of homeless and
street kids. Working with high risk youth, runaways, children of the night, and throwaways.
Twenty outreach program in nine states.
http://www.standupforkids.org/
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Best Interests
An electronic magazine for children's advocacy professionals, with news and articles on legal
issues, medical and mental health topics related to the care of abused and neglected children.
http://www.childadvocacy.com/
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Federation for Children with Special Needs
Resources for parents who care for children with special needs, including links to a nationwide
directory of Parent Centers on Disability.
http://www.fcsn.org/
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Buryat Families: Helping those left behind
A group concerned with the plight of abandoned and homeless children in Siberia.
http://www.geocities.com/heartland/lake/2348
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Association to Benefit Children
Children's advocacy group with an array of programs that provide services in education, health,
housing, mental health and employment.
http://www.a-b-c.org
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Prevent Child Abuse Illinois
Works to prevent all forms of child abuse and neglect through public awareness campaigns, parent
education and support programs, advocacy, and training and technical assistance.
http://www.childabuse-il.org
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National Coalition for Child Protection Reform
Works to make the system better serve America's most vulnerable children by trying to change
policies concerning child abuse, foster care and family preservation.
http://www.nccpr.org
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Citizens' Committee for Children of New York
New York City's oldest city-based, multi-issue child advocacy organization. This site offers
alerts and facts about kids in NY.
http://www.kidsfirstnewyork.org
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British Columbia Child & Youth Advocacy Movement
A coalition of 40 Provincial Organizations and hundreds of community groups who promote
legislation, policy and practice that will enable children and youth to achieve their full
potential and to participate in making a better world.
http://www.firstcallbc.org/
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Annie E. Casey Foundation
Private charitable organization dedicated to helping build better futures for disadvantaged
children in the U.S. Initiatives are related to reducing teen pregnancy, improving foster care,
education reform, alternatives to juvenile detention, neighborhood improvement, and increased
public awareness of children's issues.
http://www.aecf.org/
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Action Alliance for Children
Publisher of the Children's Advocate news magazine covering trends and policy issues affecting
children and their families.
http://www.4children.org/
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Children's Defense Fund
Advocacy for American children, particularly poor and minority children and those with
disabilities. Issues and programs include: Head Start, Healthy Start, Stand for Children, child
care, health insurance, child safety, moral education.
http://www.childrensdefense.org/
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