Judith Sandalow · [email protected]

July 18, 2022 at 2:07 PM

Welcome to our new Legal Director

LaShanda Adams brings 20+ years’ experience to support DC kids I am delighted to introduce you to LaShanda Adams – our new legal director who (re)joined Children’s Law Center last month. In her role as …

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  Jim Sandman · [email protected]

June 30, 2022 at 5:51 PM

In Honor of My Friend

Judith Sandalow receives 2022 Thurgood Marshall Award Outgoing D.C. Bar President Chad Sarchio presents Judith with the Thurgood Marshall Award Good afternoon,  I’…

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  Judith Sandalow · [email protected]

June 24, 2022 at 3:32 PM

Supreme Court ruling could have devastating consequences for DC families

Communities with the least resources will bear the brunt of this decision We knew this moment was coming, but that doesn’t make it any less heartbreaking.   Every day we fight to ensure that the child…

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  Tami Weerasingha-Cote · [email protected]

June 14, 2022 at 2:31 PM

This time next year

Securing huge budget wins for DC kids and families This time next year, a third grader struggling with trauma will be able to connect with a therapist more easily than she could today because of increas…

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  Judith Sandalow · [email protected]

June 10, 2022 at 2:18 PM

Celebrating Dads like Mr. McWhirter this Father’s Day

Plus! Send a card to someone you love Men across DC inspire and guide their children to grow up to become confident and caring adults – from birth fathers and foster dads to adopt…

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  Chip Magid, Board Chair · [email protected]

May 26, 2022 at 2:41 PM

Save the date: September 20, 2022!

Celebrate DC kids and families with Children’s Law Center We invite you to our in-person Helping Children Soar Benefit this September at our new event location – District Winery on the Anacostia waterf…

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  Erica McCollum · [email protected]

May 12, 2022 at 3:12 PM

Introducing our 2021 Champions for Children winners!

Join us in thanking these firms and corporations for their incredible support In 2021, our clients faced the continuing hardships of the pandemic on top of systemic barriers to fa…

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  Judith Sandalow · [email protected]

May 3, 2022 at 2:16 PM

Meet three DC moms fighting for their families

Honor a strong woman in your life and support the DC women advocating for their families Every day we work with strong women who are doing everything they can to advocate for the children in their liv…

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  Judith Sandalow · [email protected]

April 26, 2022 at 2:43 PM

Solving an increasingly complex puzzle

And mark your calendar: 9-20-22 for our fall Benefit Friends and Supporters, I’m reaching out today because I’m so thankful for your support and partnership last year. Whether you joined us as an ally, do…

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  Judith Sandalow · [email protected]

April 19, 2022 at 3:15 PM

May 18: Beyond Medicine: Children’s Health and Medicaid

A conversation with the national Medicaid administrator Join us on May 18 as we connect with Daniel Tsai, deputy administrator at the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, to discuss emerging strategies for and barriers to …

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  Judith Sandalow · [email protected]

April 7, 2022 at 3:07 PM

Top 3 questions - the impact of the pandemic on kids

Highlights from our conversation with Drs. Beers and Grady Last week, I sat down with two leading experts on the pandemic and its impact on children – Dr. Lee Beers, immediate past president of the American Academy of Pediatrics …

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  Kim Daulton · [email protected]

March 30, 2022 at 2:07 PM

Searching for Stability for Charnese

A Spotlight on our Social Work Partnerships When Charnese* entered foster care, she was just a toddler – a bright, inquisitive child who loved her mom. Over the next two years, s…

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  Tracy L. Goodman · [email protected]

March 18, 2022 at 2:25 PM

Helping Children and Families Feel Strong – Even in Tough Times

Highlights from our BUILD Health DC Partnership When the pandemic hit, children lost their connection to classmates, friends and teachers. But parents and caregivers lost their connections too. We worri…

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  Judith Sandalow · [email protected]

March 4, 2022 at 3:33 PM

Join Us! March 31st Conversation with Dr. Lee Beers and Dr. Christine Grady

Vaccines, mandates and ethics – helping children navigate this next phase Join us on March 31 for a community conversation with Dr. Lee Beers and Dr. Christine Grady as we discuss the impact of the pandemic on children, including…

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  Judith Sandalow · [email protected]

February 24, 2022 at 4:00 PM

Vaccines, mandates and ethics – helping children navigate this next phase

Join Us! March 31st Conversation with Dr. Beers and Dr. Grady Join us on March 31 for a community conversation with Dr. Lee Beers and Dr. Christine Grady as we discuss the impact of the pandemic on children, including vaccines fo…

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  Sharra E. Greer · [email protected]

February 9, 2022 at 4:02 PM

How it all comes together

A behind-the-scenes look at our advocacy Throughout the year, the children and families we work with tell us about the barriers they face accessing the supports or services they need. On any given day,…

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  Judith Sandalow · [email protected]

January 6, 2022 at 3:00 PM

Because of you...

Highlights of our work with DC kids and families in 2021 As we start a new year, I wanted to take a moment to highlight what we achieved together. Even during a challenging year, we accomplished so much.…

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  Judith Sandalow · [email protected]

December 30, 2021 at 5:00 PM

Just 36 hours left to impact a child’s life in 2022

Only $54,000 more needed to meet our 25th Anniversary goal Tomorrow is the last day to make a tax-deductible donation to Children's Law Center in 2021. Your donation will help thousands of children and families over the next year.…

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  Judith Sandalow · [email protected]

December 21, 2021 at 3:36 PM

Just saying “Children’s Law Center” can get results

Just $250,000 more needed to meet our 25th Anniversary goal Last month, Ms. Wilson* reached out to us for help. The family’s pediatrician was concerned her daughter’s asthma was being triggered by rodents in the house, but the la…

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  Judith Sandalow · [email protected]

December 16, 2021 at 3:18 PM

FW: NEW REPORT: A Path Forward for the District’s Public Behavioral Health System

Transforming the System for Children, Youth, and their Families in Washington, DC Good morning, I wanted to take a moment to share a new report that we – along with dozens of partners – sent to District leaders earlier this week…

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  Judith Sandalow · [email protected]

December 8, 2021 at 3:50 PM

“Children's Law Center has given me hope by being there..."

Help more kids like Jimmy in 2022 “Jimmy started shutting down whenever he used to come home from school,” remembers Ms. Solis. “I started getting worried – I asked the principal: ‘Can I come in and see his behavior?’ And they wo…

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  Judith Sandalow · [email protected]

November 29, 2021 at 4:21 PM

“Children's Law Center was at the graduation..."

Can you help us be there for more graduations in 2022? “When I had COVID, they had to put me on the ventilator,” recalled Ms. Harris. Luckily, before that happened, Ms. Harris’ mom reached out to us. “My mom said, ‘Children’s Law…

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  Judith Sandalow · [email protected]

November 24, 2021 at 2:30 PM

25 years wiser and stronger because of YOU

Our thanks and appreciation as we look ahead to 2022 Celebrating 25 years of Children’s Law Center has renewed my gratitude for you and the many supporters and partners who have learned and worked alongside us. Your commitment h…

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  Judith Sandalow · [email protected]

October 28, 2021 at 3:22 PM

“I keep them on speed dial...”

Can we call on you to help? Thank you, Ms. Harris, for trusting us to be there to answer your calls. Thank you to the 40,000 children and families who have also trusted us to be there these past 25 years. Thank you to our partne…

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  Judith Sandalow · [email protected]

October 26, 2021 at 1:54 PM

Tonight: Mix, mingle and celebrate another milestone with us

Just hours until our 25th Anniversary Benefit It’s the milestones that move and motivate us: An 8th grade student’s graduation after her school provided the right special education supports she needed to learn. A family breathi…

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  Judith Sandalow · [email protected]

October 21, 2021 at 2:07 PM

We’re counting down, are you?

Just 5 days left until our Helping Children Soar Benefit! We’re only 5 days away from our 25th Anniversary Helping Children Soar Benefit – and we can’t wait to see you there!  RSVP now for our virtual Benefit on Tuesday, October…

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  Judith Sandalow · [email protected]

October 14, 2021 at 2:22 PM

Less Than Two Weeks to Go!

Join for an evening of celebration, reflection – and trivia! We're less than two weeks away from our virtual 25th Anniversary Helping Children Soar Benefit – and we can’t wait to see you there!   Join us on Tuesday, October 26th…

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  Judith Sandalow · [email protected]

September 23, 2021 at 2:33 PM

October 26th Premiere: 25 Years of Helping Children Soar

Can you join us? 25 years ago, the world first saw how a computer could fit into the palm of our hands. The blizzard of ’96 shut down the federal government for days. And DC welcomed a new organization – one that would have an i…

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  Judith Sandalow · [email protected]

August 31, 2021 at 2:11 PM

Celebrating the Greats and Grands Who Support DC Kids

Honor a Grandparent You Love on September 12 For Noel*, Grandma Dee has always been there – for birthdays and holidays or when Noel’s mom faced tough times. Dee is actually Noel’s great aunt, but the now 11-y…

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  Judith Sandalow · [email protected]

August 27, 2021 at 2:05 PM

Three insights on kids’ health + back to school with Dr. Beers

Watch for tips on navigating the next phase of the pandemic “It has been one of the really great highlights of my career to work with Children’s Law Center in so many different ways." - Dr. Lee Beers. …

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  Sharra E. Greer · [email protected]

August 11, 2021 at 3:48 PM

Celebrating record-breaking investments in DC kids

DC children and families win in the FY22 budget As we entered the DC budget season, we anticipated an uphill battle. More than a year after the pandemic began, the outlook for the District was still uncertain: A looming end to …

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  Judith Sandalow · [email protected]

July 30, 2021 at 2:02 PM

You’re Invited! A Delicate Balance: Kids’ Health & the Return to School

A conversation with AAP President Dr. Lee Beers We are excited to announce the next event in our 25th Anniversary Event series: a Community Conversation featuring American Academy of Pediatrics president Dr. Lee Beers on Tuesday…

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  Judith Sandalow · [email protected]

July 23, 2021 at 2:16 PM

KayKay’s Search for the Right Therapist

Fighting to meet the behavioral health needs of DC's kids “We need more people that have more experience with kids' mental health. Teenage mental health.” - KayKay, DC Youth KayKay shared this with us when we s…

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  Judith Sandalow · [email protected]

June 15, 2021 at 2:02 PM

A father's fight for his daughter's education

Plus! An opportunity to celebrate DC's outstanding men this Father's Day Mr. Sorto and his daughter, Yesenia, then nine-years-old. Every day we partner with caring fathers, grandfathers …

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  Judith Sandalow · [email protected]

June 11, 2021 at 1:11 PM

Watch now! Our evening with DC's award-winning actress Taraji P. Henson

Learn how we're making children's mental health a top priority What a wonderful evening! Thank you to all who joined us on Tuesday to honor award-winning actress and mental health advocate, Taraji P. Henson, as Children’s Law Cen…

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  Judith Sandalow · [email protected]

June 7, 2021 at 3:03 PM

TOMORROW! Get your ticket now for our conversation on children's mental health

Plus! Register to attend before Tuesday at noon -- and give a book to a child JUST ONE DAY UNTIL our next 25th anniversary celebration -- a conversation with DC's own Taraji P. Henson! Join us tomorrow night -- Tuesday, June…

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  Judith Sandalow · [email protected]

June 3, 2021 at 3:08 PM

There's still time! Sponsor or buy tickets for 6/8 conversation with Taraji P. Henson

Plus! Register to attend before Monday -- and give a book to a child Join us on Tuesday, June 8, 2021 for our next 25th anniversary celebration -- a conversation with DC's own Taraji P. Henson! Please join us for an evening…

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  Judith Sandalow · [email protected]

May 28, 2021 at 2:29 PM

Get your tickets today! June 8 conversation on children’s mental health

A night of learning, discussion and action about children's mental health We are less than a month away from our next 25th anniversary celebration -- a conversation with Taraji P. Henson! This is Part 1 of our 2021 Helping Ch…

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  Judith Sandalow · [email protected]

May 21, 2021 at 3:15 PM

June 8: A Conversation with DC's Own Taraji P. Henson

A night of learning, discussion and action about children's mental health We are less than a month away from our next 25th anniversary celebration -- a conversation with Taraji P. Henson! This is Part 1 of our 2021 Helping Ch…

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  Judith Sandalow · [email protected]

April 27, 2021 at 2:32 PM

Celebrating DC's Women this Mother's Day

Honor a mom, grandmom or woman in your life The pandemic took a toll on families everywhere -- parents and caregivers working double-duty to keep their children learning while balancing jobs. This Mother's…

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  Judith Sandalow · [email protected]

April 21, 2021 at 3:39 PM

FW: Bearing Witness

Words are never enough Good morning,   As my colleagues and I reflect on yesterday’s verdicts, we’re experiencing a range of emotions. Just as the guilty verdicts were read, a Black child – this time a 15 year-old girl in foster …

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  Judith Sandalow · [email protected]

April 20, 2021 at 4:30 PM

June 8: Special Event with DC's Own Taraji P. Henson

A night of learning, discussion and action about children's mental health Join us Tuesday, June 8, 2021 for a night of learning, discussion and action as we honor DC's own Taraji P. Henson. As children and families naviga…

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  Judith Sandalow · [email protected]

April 15, 2021 at 2:02 PM

Weathering a Massive Storm Together

A look back at 2020 and what lies ahead Early in the pandemic, Ms. Jay* called one of our attorneys. Her daughter was in the hospital with COVID-19, and her grandson, William, needed his psychiatric medicat…

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  Judith Sandalow · [email protected]

April 8, 2021 at 1:45 PM

What Learning Loss Means for DC's Students

Watch our latest Community Conversation More than a year after the pandemic shuttered DC's schools, learning has continued to be difficult or even impossible for the majority of DC's students. We see the i…

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  Erica McCollum · [email protected]

March 29, 2021 at 2:16 PM

Announcing the 2020 Champions for Children Winners!

Four Organizations Make Outstanding Contributions to Kids in Need Over the past year, children and families across DC have faced extraordinary hardships disrupting their daily lives. The effects of the pan…

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  Judith Sandalow · [email protected]

February 26, 2021 at 2:40 PM

Celebrating Black Leaders Who Inspire DC's Kids

Featuring Art from Children in Our Community The first child advocate I saw in action was Marian Wright Edelman, the founder and long-time leader of Children’s Defense Fund. That was more than 30 years ago, d…

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  Judith Sandalow · [email protected]

February 12, 2021 at 3:07 PM

Highlights from our ethics conversation with Dr. Grady

Watch our first 25th anniversary event Recently, I had the pleasure of sitting down with Dr. Christine Grady, Chief of the Department of Bioethics at the National Institutes of Health Clinical Center—and on…

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  Sharra E. Greer · [email protected]

February 3, 2021 at 3:47 PM

Our renewed fight

Building on our 2020 legislative wins for DC’s kids Next week, Children’s Law Center will testify at the first of more than ten DC agency oversight hearings. As ever, we will urge DC Councilmembers to ensure …

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  Judith Sandalow · [email protected]

January 15, 2021 at 3:09 PM

Join us on Jan. 28 - first event in our 25th anniversary year

A conversation with Dr. Christine Grady: Ethics of a Vaccine Last fall, Children’s Law Center honored Dr. Christine Grady and her husband, Dr. Anthony Fauci, during our Helping Children Soar Benefit. I had the pleasure of sittin…

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  Judith Sandalow · [email protected]

January 6, 2021 at 4:47 PM

25th Anniversary Event Series: Ethics of a Vaccine

A conversation with Dr. Christine Grady During our Helping Children Soar Benefit last fall, Children’s Law Center honored Dr. Christine Grady and her husband, Dr. Anthony Fauci, as our 2020 Child Advocates. I had the pleasure of…

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