Children’s Online Privacy is an Issue Despite Expanded Legal Framework
Posted by Matthew Wright on May 22, 2013 at 12:06 PMVoices applauds the decision of the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) to uphold the July 1 implementation date for the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA). Adopted last December, the updated privacy regulations restrict the collection of information from children under…
HHS Proposes New Rule to Establish Health and Safety Standards for Child Care Providers
Posted by Matthew Wright on May 16, 2013 at 5:02 PMToday, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) proposed a new regulation, which would establish national baseline standards for health and safety requirements for federally funded child care providers. Under the new rule, states would be required to…
Congratulations DC Action for Children on Recognition for Innovation
Posted by Jacquelyn Lendsey on May 14, 2013 at 4:03 PMVoices congratulates DC Action for Children on its two nominations highlighting its DC KIDS COUNT Data Tools, an innovative approach to data presentation that transforms static lists into interactive graphics and easy to use tools. The e-databook was created…
More Work Remains to Improve Mental Health Outcomes for Children
Posted by Matthew Wright on May 10, 2013 at 11:18 AMIn honor of Children’s Mental Awareness Week, Voices for America’s Children celebrates and recognizes the importance of children’s mental health across the country. Although the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) has two initiatives to improve children’s mental…
Voices Supports the Strong Start for Children Early Learning Campaign
Posted by Terrylynn Tyrell on May 9, 2013 at 2:12 PMVoices for America’s Children supports the Strong Start for Children: Building America’s Future Campaign because all children deserve a strong start to ensure success in life. Look for more information on the coalition’s upcoming Day of Action when organizations nationwide…
Congress Must Protect Health Equity Programs
Posted by Matthew Wright on Apr 26, 2013 at 10:44 AMMuch of the discussion about reducing our federal deficit has revolved around our national defense and entitlement programs. Unfortunately, the discussion often doesn’t include the importance of federal health and nutrition programs which support those who are most vulnerable, particularly…
New Proposal Requests Unprecedented Investment in Early Education
Posted by Terrylynn Tyrell on Apr 22, 2013 at 12:09 PMA solid education is considered a significant step to achieving the American dream. Every parent wants their child to have access to an education that will allow them to be whoever they want to be: a teacher, a doctor, a…
Voices Urges the Senate to Pass Comprehensive Immigration Reform Legislation
Posted by Jacquelyn Lendsey on Apr 19, 2013 at 11:08 AMVoice for America’s Children urges the Senate to work towards passing comprehensive immigration reform legislation that will help ensure that families stay together, particularly families of mixed status. For many undocumented immigrants, the path to citizenship is difficult, expensive and…
Voices Statement on the Failure of Gun Control Legislation
Posted by Jacquelyn Lendsey on Apr 19, 2013 at 10:47 AMToday, Voices for America’s Children President & CEO Jacquelyn Lendsey released the following statement on the failure of the Senate to pass legislation that would have expanded the use of background checks on gun purchases.
“Voices for America’s Children is…
Voices Welcomes its New President and CEO, Dr. Stephanie McGencey
Posted by Jacquelyn Lendsey on Apr 17, 2013 at 4:46 PMThe Board of Trustees of Voices for America’s Children (Voices) is pleased to announce Stephanie McGencey, M.P.H., Ph.D. as the organization’s new president and chief executive officer. In her new position, Dr. McGencey will provide leadership for the Voices network’s…
