We are inviting delegates and senators to learn more about why investments in early childhood are important by asking them to come and play with children at the Playdate at…
We are inviting delegates and senators to learn more about why investments in early childhood are important by asking them to come and play with children at the Playdate at…
This year Children’s Home Society, a member of the foster care unified agenda, hosted the foster care advocacy day for families and professionals in the field. The purpose of this…
20% of Virginia’s children experience two or more Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs). The accumulation of ACEs are affiliated with risks, including alcoholism, depression, drug use, cardiovascular disease and more. Combating…
Advocates from around the state joined us at the 2020 Campaign for a Trauma-Informed Virginia Advocacy Day! The goal of the Campaign is to advocate for state-level policy investments around…
The Governor’s early childhood education reform bill (SB578/HB1012) is moving along. As of Jan. 31st the House version (Del. Bulova’s HB1012) is in the Appropriations committee and the Senate version…
The Problem Learning to drive in the teen years is a rite of passage to young adulthood for millions of youth. It brings new levels of independence and opportunities, enabling…
Early Childhood Mental Health Consultation: Addressing Preschool Suspension and Expulsion in Virginia It is well documented that the first years of life are critical for building the foundation of social-emotional development…
On January 15th Voices hosted its first-ever foster & kinship care youth advocacy day with a youth cohort that was selected in September. In November, the cohort participated in an…
Dear Advocates, We are thankful for your tireless support! With your support last year, we had a successful 2019 GA Session, and we looked forward to seeing all that we…
Help us advocate for a Trauma-Informed Virginia! The mission of Voices for Virginia’s Children is to champion public policies to improve the lives of Virginia’s children. These are laws that…