NY raised the age for criminal responsibility to 18. Now we must ensure enough support for RTA laws & strive for youth justice. Learn More…
More than 2,800 children are homeless in Westchester & this is an undercount. WCA strives for a more inclusive definition of homelessness Learn More…
Home visiting programs strengthen families in their own homes but demand far exceeds supply. Other supports are also needed. Learn More…
Join us for a screening of the documentary ‘Pushout’ about the criminalization of black girls in schools on March 26, 2020 from 4 – 6 pm at Ethical Culture Society of Westchester in White Plains, NY. FREE with RSVP Read More
State Budget 2020 Hearing Remarks from WCA – In the written testimony provided, we outline a variety of budget priorities that impact New York’s children and youth. Westchester Children’s Asociation is here to emphasize that children and youth thrive, when they are given the opportunities and supports they need from cradle to career. Read More
Westchester Children’s Association (WCA) is pleased to see the release of the Westchester County Housing Needs Assessment. We congratulate County Executive Latimer and all who contributed to the detailed, nearly-200 page, affordable housing study which draws important connections between housing and homelessness. Read More
WCA STATEMENT ON PHASE II OF RAISE THE AGE IMPLEMENTATION By Allison Lake, Executive Director of Westchester Children’s Association October 1, 2019 The Sky did not fall. On October 1, 2019, all our children under age 18 in … Read More
We made great progress in… ✔ Youth Justice ✔ Child Welfare ✔ Early Childhood Supports / Home Visiting ✔ Child Care ✔ Youth Development/Employment ✔ 2020 Census Click here to see more … We also want to thank all elected … Read More
