We believe a child’s ability to grow socially, emotionally, academically and economically relies on being healthy, mentally and physically. We know healthy children perform better in school and in life. Did you know many kids don’t have adequate access to quality healthcare and nutrition?

We believe a child’s ability to grow socially, emotionally, academically and economically relies on safe, stable and nurturing environments. We know adverse traumatic experiences in childhood can affect a child’s brain development. Did you know with the proper support and opportunity a child can overcome the challenges of trauma?

We believe a child’s ability to grow socially, emotionally, academically and economically relies on staying in school and not in court. We know when children receive guidance and support, they are better prepared to be productive and responsible citizens. Did you know appropriate discipline and intervention can be the difference between addressing a behavior and a life in the criminal justice system?

Voices, along with our partners at the Georgia Statewide Afterschool Network (GSAN), believes high quality afterschool and summer learning programs provide youth a safe place to go outside of the classroom, as well as the opportunity to explore new interests and engage in hands-on learning. Consistent participation in these activities has been shown to improve academic outcomes, help to close the achievement gap, reduce school absences, and improve social-emotional outcomes.