About Voices

Speaking Up for Sound Decisions
 
Georgians can feel good about a highly ranked economy in national comparisons, but need to ask themselves why – with all our resources – our state ranks 41^st in meeting its children’s needs according the Kids Count* report issued annually by the Annie E. Casey Foundation.
 
Voices for Georgia’s Children is an independent, non-profit organization whose mission is to substantially improve this low ranking by engaging lawmakers and the public into building a sustained, comprehensive, long-term agenda to impact the lives of our kids in five distinct areas: health, safety, education, connectedness and employability..
 
Through advocacy, original research and analysis, Voices will assist leaders and citizens of Georgia in making sound decisions on policy, investment and systems that serve children and youth.  In so doing, we can produce better outcomes through supportive public policies and adequate public and private resources.
 
If Georgia is to continue on a future path of robust growth, it’s essential that all our children be given the opportunity to thrive.
 
Visit us often to learn the facts, envision the future – and then, speak up kids; speak up for sound decisions.
 
*2007 Kids Count

Voices for Georgia's Children is a member organization of Washington D.C.-based Voices for America's Children.