Children’s Rights at the Crossroads: A Fireside Conversation on the Future of Justice for Children

At a pivotal moment in our nation’s history, the rights of children stand at a crossroads. Hard-won progress is being challenged, legal protections are under pressure, and the stakes for children and families have never been higher.

For nearly 50 years, the National Association of Counsel for Children has led the movement to ensure that every child has a voice in court. Today, that mission is more urgent than ever.

Join us for an intimate evening of conversation, reflection, and forward vision as we explore what it will take to protect and advance children’s rights in the years ahead. Through powerful dialogue with national leaders, we will examine the challenges before us—and the collective responsibility we share to meet them.

This event also marks the beginning of NACC’s 50th Anniversary celebration and highlights the vital role of the Children’s Justice Fund in fueling the next era of advocacy, policy reform, and legal excellence.

Speakers:

Currey Cook, JD, Director of the Youth in Out-of-Home Care Project, Lambda Legal; NACC Board Vice President

January Contreras, JD, Executive Director, Children’s Action Alliance; NACC Board Member

Sheri Freemont, JD, Managing Director, Casey Family Programs Judicial and National Engagement; NACC Board Secretary

Justin Grosz, JD, Co-Founder, Justice for Kids; NACC Board Member

Dawne Mitchell, JD, Attorney in Charge, The Legal Aid Society, Juvenile Rights Practice; NACC Board President

Hors D’oeuvres and beverages provided.

Limited parking. Recommended to take light rail to Union Station, 16^th Street Free Bus.  Additional paid lots on Wynkoop Street.

This is a closed event. RSVP required to attend.