NY raised the age for criminal responsibility to 18. Now we must ensure enough support for RTA laws & strive for youth justice. Learn More…
Individuals and organizations from all over Westchester are uniting around a common vision for our children and youth. Learn More…
Home visiting programs strengthen families in their own homes but demand far exceeds supply. Other supports are also needed. Learn More…
It’s hard to know where to begin. There has been a steady onslaught of new policies and actions that have targeted children and families lately with little regard for the long-term implications. From the separation of children from their families … Read More
Join us for the 2019 Advocacy Breakfast hosted by Westchester Children’s Association on October 29, 2019 at the DoubleTree Inn, Tarrytown, NY from 8 – 10 am. Registration is open! Keynote Speaker is Marc Dones, Executive Director of National Innovation Service. For more info email wca@wca4kids.org Read More
Westchester Children’s Association is deeply disturbed by reports of children who were separated from their parents at our southern border. Our government’s recent policy is so harmful that it can fairly be called child abuse, as was articulated by the … 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
Westchester County 2019 Budget Comments and Recommendations The Westchester Children’s Association (WCA) is a 104-year-old independent, multi-issue child advocacy organization. The Campaign for Kids is a coalition of 50+ organizations and individuals concerned with increasing opportunities and supports for young … Read More
