As the effects of the pandemic have rippled through our economy and our society, vast numbers of children and adults are becoming increasingly vulnerable to exploitation. Human trafficking occurs in […]
For children in Texas, outcomes remain dependent on where they grow up, their race, their ethnicity, and how much money their parents make. CHILDREN AT RISK along with advocates, experts, […]
Child care small businesses have been pushed to the brink, and Texas families and businesses are feeling it. Over 20% of child care providers in the state closed from March […]
There are certain things every child needs to thrive- sleep, nutritious food, clean air to breathe, safe, reliable housing- yet many kids in Texas don't have access to them. CHILDREN […]
A quality and sustainable early childhood education system is essential to our state’s economy. On Thursday, May 11, join child care providers, parents, advocates, and business leaders to discuss how state and federal policymakers are working to address these challenges, how we can empower families as organizational leaders, next steps for providers and advocates, and […]
CHILDREN AT RISK is dedicated to improving the lives of Texas children. While the majority of our work focuses on current issues, it is also important to think about the […]