Children and Families
We are honored to share the lived experiences of the children and families with whom we work — their determination, tenacity and self-advocacy are essential to everything we do. Read their stories.
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Health
Fighting Hurdle after Hurdle for Safe Housing
Last winter, Adrian, Alysha and their mom, London*, faced the coldest days of the year without heat. London was seven months pregnant when she moved…
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Education
Three sons, three different paths to the right education
Ms. George is a strong advocate for her three sons, Messiah, Matthew and Mark. School has been difficult for the boys, and she’s had to…
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Education
Paving a Safe Path Forward
Marina Jeffries* has known what she wants to be when she grows up since 9th grade: she’s going to be a defense attorney. (In middle…
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Education
“I felt like I had somebody that had my back.”
Ms. Robertson worked with Children's Law Center and dedicated pro bono attorneys to support her niece and nephew.
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Health
Unhealthy Housing Forced Ms. Hill to Choose Between her Daughter's Health and Education
Averii Hill is a very, very active six-year-old girl. Despite her asthma, she has always loved to run and climb trees and play ball –…
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Education
"My goal is to help other people."
Ms. Eury, a DC mom of five, was already a leader in the advocacy community when she met Children's Law Center. At the time, her autistic twin boys Josiah and Micah had just started kindergarten and they were struggling in the classroom.
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Behavioral Health
Bullying, Suspensions and a Broken System: The Jackson Family’s Story
Like many parents, Jamie Jackson taught her children Aaliyah and Malik to care for each other and look out for one another. But when big brother stood up for his sister, both siblings were suspended.
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Education
"They're my everything. They're my hearts."
Ms. and Mr. Rice and their granddaughters pack in a lot every summer. They play in almost every splash park across DC, ride all the…
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Education
Celebrating Dads like Mr. McWhirter this Father’s Day
Men across DC inspire and guide their children to grow up to become confident and caring adults – from birth fathers and foster dads to…
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Healthy Housing
Deveah’s Healthy Housing Puzzle
Deveah’s smile brightens the room at Chuck E. Cheese, especially when she takes a turn on the horsey ride. She and her mom, Ms. Bowen,…