Voices for Virginia’s Children is currently seeking an Equity Consultant. The following RFP details the specific scope of work. Please contact Voices Interim Executive Director, Johanna Schuchert, at johanna@vakids.org with…
School lock-down drills, also known as “Active Shooter Drills” have become nearly ubiquitous in public schools across the nation. While the intent of lock-down drills is to prepare teachers and…
Black children and families are no stranger to resilience. As a Black woman, I know our history. The decorations in my home consist of historically recognized icons ranging from Dr….
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…
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…
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…
During the 2019 legislative session, the General Assembly took major steps forward to address the challenges within our foster care system that were identified in the JLARC report. In 2019, the first-ever bi-partisan…
We are gearing up for the 2020 General Assembly Session and want YOU to be prepared to make your voice heard! Here is your “Advocacy Toolkit” so you can be…
Voices for Virginia’s Children champions public policies that improve the lives of kids across the Commonwealth. We are nonprofit, nonpartisan, and data-informed. In November 2019, all 140 seats in the…
Guest Author: Brian Little, Crater Health District Special Projects Coordinator We are #MovingBeyondACES. The Beyond ACES: Impact of Race, Culture, and Poverty Summit, led by the Virginia Department of Health’s…
