For thirty-five years and counting, Voices for Children in Nebraska has used data and research to help policy makers and communities make informed decisions on issues impacting our next generation in the areas of health, child welfare, economic stability, and juvenile justice.
Mission
We advocate for equitable opportunity for children in Nebraska through research, policy, and community engagement.
Vision
We envision a Nebraska with strong communities, where every child has all they need to lead a healthy, secure, and fulfilling life.
Values
We keep children at the heart of everything we do and follow a core set of values that serve as a guide for our words and actions.
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Integrity: We serve as an independent and non-partisan voice to drive systems change.
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Information: We use research, data, and community input to inform our direction and guide our actions.
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Equity: We intentionally center diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility in all we do.
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Courage: We fight against the status quo when necessary to amplify youth’s voices and transform systems.
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Collaboration: We listen and partner in order to support children and families according to their needs.
Policy
Children are our state’s greatest resource, and the decisions our leaders make about them impact our collective future. Our policy priorities are guided by research, data, and proven best practices that improve child well-being. We pay close attention to the impact of race, socioeconomic status, and geography, and seek to remove barriers to opportunity within these areas:
