Who We Are

Voices for Children brings together committed local leaders in human services, government, business, faith, philanthropy, education, and advocacy to ensure that all Delaware County children have opportunities that can lead to hopeful and healthy lives.

We accomplish this in two ways:

1. By building a seamless, better coordinated system of supporting children.
2. By advocating for the policies, resources, programs, and services necessary to achieve that goal.

Strengthening the Systems That Serve Children and Families

The coalition builds collaboration among the many agencies and organizations serving children and families in Delaware County to fundamentally transform how services are delivered.

 

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Our Impact

In 2019, 160 people committed to the well-being of Delaware County’s children answered the call to begin rethinking how local systems serving children and families work, including a stronger focus on prevention.

This gave birth to Voices for Children, a coalition guided by the vision that all children in Delaware County will benefit from robust resources, responsive services, seamless interagency coordination, and compelling advocacy.

Through lively and candid discussion, a community survey, and interviews with over 40 stakeholders, this group examined the state of Delaware County’s child-serving systems, local trends and opportunities, what is working and what needs more work, and who must be involved in achieving the goal of improving children’s lives.

Despite the increased complications and demands brought on by the pandemic, the coalition made great strides.

By early 2020, a Steering Committee was formed to review and provide guidance on the mission, vision, values, and priority areas for the coalition.

Coalition members formed Action Teams to lead the work on the coalition’s four priority areas:

  • Family and Youth Engagement: Engaging family and youth to guide the coalition
  • Social Determinants: Strategies for addressing root causes
  • Systems Linkage: Resource mapping and coordination
  • Best Practices: Services and sustainability

2021 SURVEY  SEARCH OUR RESOURCES

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To gather even broader public input, Voices for Children conducted a poll of county residents in early 2021, which found that as Delaware County emerged from the Covid-19 pandemic, residents wanted the federal, state, and local governments to put a high priority on helping children and families get back on track.

Would you say that local government funding for each of the following services or programs should be increased or decreased?

Services for children

Mental health and drug or alcohol services

Public K-12 education

Protecting victims or potential victims of domestic violence

Providing access to health care for children

Child care and early childhood education

Addressing children's physical environment, such as housing or neighborhood quality

Food and nutrition services

Reducing and preventing gun violence

Addressing social and racial inequities among children

Housing support

Juvenile justice services

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📚 This week, we were able to connect with legislators about the future of public education in Pennsylvania. The proposed state budget includes the next 11% of the adequacy funding stream, along with increases to Basic and Special Education Funding (BEF & SEF) to help address rising costs. We’re encouraged by the momentum and remain committed to advocating for students and families across the Commonwealth. #PAEducation #FundOurSchools #VoicesForChildren #voicesforchildren ... See MoreSee Less
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Pride is a celebration and a reminder that every young person deserves safety, dignity, and the freedom to live fully as themselves.Voices for Children Coalition | Home PageWe advocate for policies that protect all children and youth, including LGBTQ+ youth, and work to ensure they are respected and affirmed in every space they enter.Voices for Children Coalition | Home PageVoices for Children Coalition | Home PageThis Pride Month, we continue to listen, show up, and push for change that ensures every child feels seen, safe, and supported. June is a time to raise our voices, but the work continues all year long ... See MoreSee Less
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🧡 Today is National Wear Orange Day, also known as National Gun Violence Awareness Day!Voices for Children Coalition | Home PageVoices for Children Coalition | Home PageWe stand in solidarity with everyone affected by gun violence and honor the lives lost by continuing to advocate for peace and safety in our communities.Voices for Children Coalition | Home PageVoices for Children Coalition | Home PageThis Saturday, community members will gather to walk for peace. So I f you or someone you care about has been impacted by violence, this event is a space to come together, raise your voice, remember those we’ve lost, and find strength in community.Voices for Children Coalition | Home PageVoices for Children Coalition | Home Page📍 MLK Memorial ParkVoices for Children Coalition | Home Page🕙 10 AM to 2 PMVoices for Children Coalition | Home Page📅 Tomorrow, Saturday, June 7 Voices for Children Coalition | Home PageVoices for Children Coalition | Home PageWe wear orange.Voices for Children Coalition | Home PageWe speak up.Voices for Children Coalition | Home PageWe keep showing up for a future where every child and every family feels safe.Voices for Children Coalition | Home Page#WearOrange #EndGunViolence #PeaceInOurCommunities #NationalGunViolenceAwareness ... See MoreSee Less
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