Greetings!
We know you receive numerous emails this time of year for many worthy causes. Thank you for also considering giving to NACC. 2019 will be a pivotal year as NACC launches a new strategic plan, helps states access Title IV-E funds for legal representation, trains a growing number of lawyers, as serve as policy advocacy voice for children's rights.
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At NACC, Your Practice is Our Purpose
When NACC raises $10,000 this year we will receive $20,000 in matching funds--
we are 75% there, please give today!
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The
Anaheim Marriott Hotel
has donated two nights stay for NACC's 42nd Annual Conference. Hotel gift certificate is valid August 25-29, 2019 during NACC's Conference.
NACC is reserving this special prize for NACC members/CWLS who make a donation of $40 or more
before the end of the year! Drawing on January 3, 2019.
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2018 Year in Review
Promoting Excellence * Building Community * Advancing Justice
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Training is a core component of NACC's mission. From our annual conference (671 participants this year), Red Book training, new
online Red Book Training Course, and customized trainings in Missouri and South Carolina, NACC provided high-quality legal education to 1000 lawyers.
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626 Red Books Distributed
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NACC is proud to publish the 3rd edition of
Child Welfare Law and Practice, also known as the Red Book. Through our Silver Membership Special, Child Welfare Law Specialist program, Red Book Trainings, and book purchases, NACC distributed 627 copies of the
Red Book this year!
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NACC celebrated it's 40th Anniversary by offering 40% off membership rates (discount through December 31 to
renew or extend your membership now!--perhaps this is the year you become a lifetime Platinum Member). NACC is pleased to welcome 300 new people to our national community.
Congratulations again to our 2018 award winners Barbara Elias-Perciful, Outstanding Legal Advocate and Tara Grigg Garlinghouse, Outstanding Young Lawyer!
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26 New Child Welfare Law Specialists
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NACC congratulates the 25 attorneys who took on the professional challenge of applying to become a Child Welfare Law Specialist (CWLS) and passing the CWLS exam. Consider making it your New Year's Resolution to become a CWLS and take advantage of
NACC 2018 pricing.
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POLICY ADVOCACY:
8 Amicus Briefs
Updated Policy Agenda with LGBTQ provisions
Statement Against Family Separation at the Border
Testimony Supporting Parent Representation in NY
Every Kid Needs a Family CWLS Workgroup
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2018 was an active year for NACC's Policy Advocacy program working to protect the legal interests of children and parents.
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In our
2019-2023 Strategic Plan
, NACC reaffirms our founding commitment to advancing justice, opportunity, and well-being for children and families affected by the
child welfare system. NACC will achieve results in program areas to
Promote Excellence, Build Community, Advance Justice
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Office Move from Aurora to Denver, Colorado
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Team NACC continues to operate from Washington, DC, Atlanta, GA, and Denver, CO. NACC's headquarters moved to downtown Denver last summer, just blocks from our first office twenty years ago! Our team is honored to serve and looks forward to seeing you at our
National Conference in Anaheim!
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THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT
To launch NACC's Strategic Plan, a group of donors established a fund of $10,000.
When NACC raises $10,000 this year we will receive $20,000.
We are 75% toward this goal,
your gift matters, help NACC double your donation!
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NACC MEMBERS!
The
Anaheim Marriott Hotel
has donated two nights stay for NACC's 42nd Annual Conference. Hotel gift certificate is valid August 25-29, 2019 during NACC's Conference.
NACC is reserving this special prize for members/CWLS who make a donation of $40 or more
before the end of the year! Drawing on January 3, 2019.
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On behalf of the National Association of Counsel for Children, we wish you and your families a very happy new year!
Thank you for your support!
Kim
Kim Dvorchak, JD, Executive Director
202-810-9914
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