 Call To Action
Ad'vo-cate' v. support or urge -n. one who supports another or a cause -ad'vo-ca-cy.
In Reach is committed to advocating for change by bringing entities together to share relevant information with the ultimate goal of increasing the number of healthy, productive and prepared young adults in every family. We are excited to provide you with information and opportunities to help you become an effective advocate for children, youth and families.
Do you know who your elected officials are? Click here to find out.
Be sure to look up your elected officials so you know who represents you at the local, state, and federal level. You should become familiar with these folks as they are who you can speak to in order to get your voice heard on important issues affecting children, youth and families.
Current Opportunities:
- White House Conference on Children and Youth
Join the Child Welfare League of America on calling on the new President to convene a White House Conference on Child Welfare in 2010. Click here for detailed information.
- Step Up for Kids Day - September 16, 2008
Join Every Child Matters in a non-partisan, nationwide event to draw attention to issues affecting America's children. Visit www.everychildmatters.org to learn more.
Fact Sheets:
For fact sheets on how Prince George's County and the State of Maryland are doing for children, youth and families, visit the following:
Press Releases:
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In Reach Awards First Scholarships to Northwestern High School Students.
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Click here to read In Reach's feature in the Gazette Newspaper. Here is the Article at the Gazette website.
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