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We want EVERY child to have mental and medical health care and a community of adults who are responding to their needs.

Advocacy Week:
Monday, Mar. 28 - Friday, Apr. 1

This week, we are calling on those who hold power in our local context to make that dream a reality.

Will you join us?
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Monday //
Write Your Letter

Share why it’s important to you to let a child be a child.
View a sample

Wednesday //
Get Your People

Find some friends who will sign your letter or write their own.
WHAT SHOULD I TELL THEM?Share your story. Here's an example.

Friday //
Make Your Voice Heard

Tell your local leaders to let a child be a child.
WHERE DO I SEND IT?and who do I send it to?

The Moment

 

Let a Child Be a Child

35 million students are in schools WITH law enforcement but WITHOUT key support staff like counselors, nurses, and psychologists.

View Campaign

CRIMINALIZATION

Black girls are 4x more likely to be arrested in school

COUNSELING

72% of children will experience a traumatic event before they reach 18.

Additional Resources

Video: Does letter writing make a difference?

How letter-writing and digital activism influences public officials and gets results.

Video: How to Do the Work & Stay Human

Practical tips for retaining your humanity and renewing your energy while doing advocacy work.