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We envision a Virginia where young people can realize their brightest potential

Voices for Virginia’s Children is the commonwealth’s only independent, multi-issue child policy and advocacy organization. We are focused on children whose needs are often overlooked, concentrating our efforts on policies in early childhood, foster care and adoption, health and mental health, and family economic security.


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Virginia’s Youth in Action

This 9-month youth development program enhances young advocates’ abilities to engage with lawmakers to advance their communities through advocacy, storytelling, and community engagement.


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Uplifting Voices Youth Voices

In this continuation of our Uplifting Voices series, we interviewed youth advocate and founder of Hear Our Voices about what led him to discover his voice, fuels his confidence, and much more.


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