The Stories that Moved You in 2019
The news cycle in 2019 was anything but slow. There was so much that happened this year – it’s hard to keep track! That’s why we’re taking a moment to reflect on the stories that touched you, our readers, in 2019.
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YOU Made these Victories for Kids Possible in 2019
2019 was the year of victories! We couldn’t achieve these victories without our volunteers around the country who work tirelessly to speak out for kids. Here are some highlights of what we accomplished at Save the Children Action Network (SCAN) thanks to you.
Best of our 2019 Volunteers
We wanted to highlight a few of our new volunteers from 2019 who went above and beyond. Want to meet who we’re talking about? Check them out!
On the Record: These Candidates Committed to Invest in Early Ed
As part of its High 5 for Kids campaign, SCAN volunteers have engaged many major presidential candidates and asked them how they planned to prioritize early learning during their presidency.
5 Trends We Couldn’t Help But Join in 2019
Which social media trends did we join in 2019? Find out!
Building a Brighter Future for Refugee Families in Jordan
“I choose safety over comfort.” It cannot be an easy choice to make, but that is what Dina*, a Syrian mother living in a shelter of metal and tarp in Azraq Refugee Camp with her family of 6, had to do.
All children deserve a chance
I was just six months old when my family had to flee our home in order to survive. Today, more than 70 million people worldwide are refugees, and like my family, many see the U.S. as a beacon of hope.
SCAN is grateful for our Student Ambassadors!
This Thanksgiving, we share thanks for our terrific team of Save the Children Action Network (SCAN) Student Ambassadors.
We Asked an Expert 5 Common Questions About the Situation at the U.S. Border. Here’s What He Said.
SCAN’s policy expert, Santiago Mueckay, answered 5 frequently asked questions about the situation at the border and the steps SCAN is taking to help.
As a Mom, the Season of Giving Means Something More
As the National Campaigns and Digital Director for SCAN, I know how many children in the US and around the world struggle to receive a quality education, feel safe and simply have a chance to play and grow. I see the opportunities that my daughters have, and I believe every child deserves those same opportunities.
This Halloween, Who You Gonna Call? Your Members of Congress.
In the spirit of spookiness, here are some tricky issues that are affecting kids and ways that you can help treat them.