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
Jan 30
Human Trafficking Advocacy Day
Please join CHILDREN AT RISK for a Human Trafficking Rally to address the urgent issues related to human trafficking and explore potential solutions that the Texas Legislature could consider for the upcoming 89th legislative session.
FEB 13
The State of Black Children in Texas
This Summit will bring together leaders, educators, advocates, and experts to highlight critical data, share actionable strategies, and explore innovative partnerships that empower Black youth to thrive academically, emotionally, and professionally.
Feb 18-23
2025 Learning Tour: Lima, Peru
CHILDREN AT RISK will lead a learning tour to educate staff and guests on health, education and welfare issues facing children in Peru and how it differs from the systems in the U.S.
March 6
Early Childhood Education Advocacy Day
Children at Risk and the TXAEYC invite you to join Texas Legislators in highlighting the importance of quality, affordable child care for working families and the Texas economy. Join us on the South Steps of the Capitol and make your voices heard!
The Latest from C@R
CHILDREN AT RISK Statement on the 2024 HISD Bond Election
Media Contact: Rashena Flagg 713.301.4577 IMMEDIATE RELEASE CHILDREN AT RISK is disappointed that the HISD bond proposal did not gain broader support from the Houston community. While this critical investment in education has been deferred, our commitment to...
CHILDREN AT RISK Global Learning Tours
The purpose of CHILDREN AT RISK’s Global Learning Tours is to offer an immersive educational experience that allows participants to explore and understand the critical issues affecting child health, education, and welfare on an international scale. Through travel to...
TEXAS TRAILBLAZERS | C@R Celebrates 35 Years by Recognizing 35 Changemakers
C@R Celebrates 35 Years by Recognizing 35 Changemakers As we commemorate the 35th anniversary of CHILDREN AT RISK, we reflect on the accomplishments of 35 changemakers—leaders, advocates, and champions whose vision and dedication continue to drive change and inspire...
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