Health Care Access

All children in Virginia must have accessible health care regardless of income, race and ethnicity, gender identity, and geography. 

Maternal and Infant Health

The opportunity to thrive begins at birth through improved pregnancy outcomes and infant and maternal health care.

Early Childhood Care and Education

Promoting accessible and affordable early education and child care helps families work and helps children learn.

Child Welfare

The child welfare system was created to address family disruptions and to protect children and youth; the future of the system focuses on preventing disruptions and giving youth the tools to succeed.

Family Economic Security

Experiencing economic hardship impacts every aspect of a child’s life; a child cannot be healthy or ready to learn unless their family budget can provide for their day-to-day needs.

Mental Health

We will not accept a mental health system that treats children and youth as “phase two” — our system should prioritize children and youth to foster a lifetime of mental health and wellness.

Food Access and Nutrition Security

Young people can learn and thrive when they are fed and have access to healthy and nutritious foods.

Support Student Belonging and Connection

Positive school climates are necessary for students to feel safe, accepted, and connected to their school environments.