Our Mission
CHILDREN AT RISK serves as a catalyst for change to improve the quality of life for children through strategic research, public policy analysis, education, collaboration, and advocacy.
What We Do
Data & Research
We use research and data to understand the needs of Texas children and their families. This research drives our advocacy agenda and helps us develop evidence-based policy recommendations.
Policy Advocacy
Research and data alone are not enough to drive change for children. We use our research to develop policy recommendations that have the most impact and speak up to inform policymakers.
Collaboration
We work better together. We rely on partners across the state to support our research and data collection, provide regional insights, and amplify our advocacy efforts through collective action.
Our Areas of Expertise
CHILDREN AT RISK focuses on 3 key areas that can help break the cycle of poverty and enable children to learn, thrive, and meet their full potential.
Education
Health
Safety & Opportunity
We are committed to viewing all the work we do with an Equity & Justice lens and an Immigrant Children lens.
Equity & Justice
Immigrant Children
Upcoming Events & Activities
SEPT 26
Advocates For Children Reception
Enjoy lite bites at a beautiful venue while learning more about our mission to improve the quality of life for children in the North Texas area. Together we’re making a shared dream a reality – happy, healthy, and prosperous Texas children.
OCT 16
The State of El Paso Children: Surviving to Thriving
Join us for a community-hosted event, right in El Paso! The State of El Paso Children is more than just a gathering—it’s a call to action for all stakeholders committed to the well-being of children.
OCT 17
2024 STEM Summit
Join us to hear directly from STEM and STEAM industry leaders, rockstar educators and nonprofit innovators working to improve equity by removing barriers to access and equip the next generation of the national workforce. Don’t miss this annual event!
NOV 1
ACCOLADES: THE ACADEMY AWARDS OF CHILD ADVOCACY
Join us for our annual Accolades Luncheon during a very special year for CHILDREN AT RISK as we celebrate 35 years of advocacy for those who need it most – our children!
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