The Children's Defense Fund is a wonderful organization that provides children with a positive start in life by getting them out of situations such as poverty, neglect, and abuse and ensuring them health care and education. The website provides a ton of informative information such as ways to support the cause, organizations that are involved in the process, and each states data on children in need.
One of the links that I liked was called Haley's Farm, which is a 157 acre farm that consists of cabins, chapels, and conference rooms. The facility connects young leaders and activists with the heritage of the struggle for freedom, and this is where policy makers and community builders come to connect, recharge their spiritual and physical batteries, and brainstorm strategies. It provides an everlasting place for future leaders to come and learn where and how to best serve children and their families.
I also LOVED the link that says Take Action. This link will take you directly to an email system that allows you to voice your opinion to local representatives about things such as budget cuts, health care for children, and the education system. I think this is a great way to get involved and make a difference in your local community. This is a wonderful website as a whole and their main focus is trying to bring education and health care equity to every child in America and they are asking for any help they can get such as by donating time, money, or even just voicing your concerns through an email!!
Stephanie,
ReplyDeleteI really enjoyed this site, especially Haley's Farm. This facility reminds me of many of the organizations and facilities that I have attended in the past. I am very interested in attending such a facility now that I am ventured back into the Education field.