The International Rescue Committee responds to the world’s worst humanitarian crises and helps people whose lives and livelihoods are shattered by conflict and disaster to survive, recover and gain control of their future. Provides services related to economic well-being, education, empowerment, health, safety, and breaking down barriers for women and girls.
Read moreSpeaks on behalf of children with special health care needs at the national, state, and local levels. Encourages and supports families who want to play a role in their child’s health care. Advocacy and literature (English and Spanish).
Read moreAdvocacy group that documents the status of children’s well being in Kansas and lobbies Kansas legislators, advocating for the rights of children and families.
Read moreTechnical assistance, advocacy, training, presentations, and referrals to local groups. Deals mainly with organizations rather than victims.
Read moreThe mission of the group is to stop drunk driving and support victims of this violent crime. Newsletter and chapter development guidelines.
Read moreMothers for Justice United is engaged in advocacy on two main, somewhat overlapping fronts: police accountability and reform; and mental health, particularly as it interacts with policing. Mothers for Justice supports moms who have lost children to violence and who have been overlooked by police departments. Mutual support for those in need.
Read moreNetwork of self-help groups that offer emotional and educational support for relatives and individuals affected by mental illness. Offers a crisis hotline and an informative website. Newsletter, affiliate development guidelines, legal network. Conducts anti-discrimination campaign.
Read moreTo serve and act on behalf of the needs, rights and well-being of all young children with primary focus on the provision of educational and developmental services and resources.
Read moreTo organize for collective power by advancing transformative work, thinking and leadership of communities and individuals working to end the violence in our lives.
Read moreAdvocates for the Independent Living Movement, which aims to strengthen independent living centers through technical assistance and other membership services. Newsletter, information and referrals, and conferences.
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