The WCA Child Watch Newsletter is published on a quarterly basis and serves as one of the organization’s most important communication tools. Each edition of Child Watch is thoughtfully crafted to keep our community informed, engaged, and connected to the ongoing work of WCA. The newsletter highlights key updates about our advocacy initiatives, shares important developments in child welfare, and provides meaningful insights into the programs and services we offer. It also includes announcements about upcoming events, opportunities to get involved, and stories that reflect the impact of our mission in the community.
For supporters, partners, and families who want to stay closely connected to WCA, Child Watch is an invaluable resource. It offers a consistent way to follow our progress, celebrate milestones, and learn more about how we are working to protect children and strengthen families. Whether you are interested in advocacy, community events, or organizational updates, the newsletter provides a clear and accessible way to stay informed.
WCA’s 2026 April childwatch newsletter highlights the Poverty Pulse Conversation and new data on child poverty, along with updates on advocacy efforts, program expansion, and upcoming events, all focused on supporting children and families across Westchester.
2025 Advocacy Breakfast Highlights, Meet WCA’s New Executive Director, New Faces at WCA, Peekskill Youth Civic Engagement Program, and a tribute to Maris Krasnow.
WCA Executive Director Allison Lake Celebrated for 25+ Years of Service; A Letter from Our Outgoing Executive Director; WCA New Faces & Updates; New York State Budget 2025-2026 Update; Highlights from the 2025 Commissioners’ Conversation on Children
WCA’s Inaugural Storytelling Fundraiser – Growing Pains: A Night of Laughter, Tears, and Triumph; Allison Lake Action Fund; Ground Truthing – “Voices Unheard: Addressing Mental Health in the Asian Community”; WCA Brings Stakeholders Together for Crucial Conversation on Children’s Mental Health
WCA’s Annual Advocacy Breakfast – MIND OVER MEDIA: Youth Mental Health in the Digital Age; Prioritizing Children in the 2025 County Budget; Poverty Pulse; Court Watching: A Volunteer’s Perspective
WCA Celebrates 110 Years; The 2024 Commissioners’ Conversation; Legislative Wrap Up; Court Watchers Program; New Faces at WCA
In Our Backyard: Exploring Poverty Through Local Voices; Recommendations for New York’s FY’25 Budget; Raise the Age 5+ Years Later; 3/21/24 Event: “Youth Justice Behind the Headlines: 5+ Years of Raise the Age”; Court Watchers Data is Live; Where is Westchester’s Head Start?
WCA’s 2023 Advocacy Breakfast; Children by the Numbers 2023 Data Bulletin; WCA’s 2022 Annual Report; Update on the WCA Court Watchers Program; Community Voices Against Poverty; Mental Health at Top of WCA’s Agenda
First Annual Commissioners’ Conversation a Success; “New York Can End Child Poverty” Launched; Advancing the Conversation” WCA’s Commitment to Youth Mental Health Advocacy; Eyes on the Court: Empowering Transparency Through Our Court Watchers Program; New Faces at WCA
Making Noise for Youth Justice; Spotlight on Mental Health; WCA Fights to Cut Child Poverty in New York State; The Advocate Within: Empowering Caregivers and Young Adults; Ground Truthing Podcast; Court Watching Volunteers Wanted; Email Sign-Up
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