The Center for Children’s Advocacy is a nonprofit law firm which fights for the legal rights of Connecticut’s most vulnerable children.

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CCA Advocacy, News, Events and Seminars

CCA In the News
Health care providers call on CT to expand HUSKY Medicaid coverage to undocumented teens

05/10/2023

Upcoming Event
Spring for Kids 2023

06/14/2023

Upcoming Webinar
Healthcare Access for Adolescent LGBTQ+ Youth

06/27/2023

CCA In the News
Alarming number of CT students report poor mental health, new survey finds

05/16/2023

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Fighting for the legal rights of Connecticut’s most vulnerable children.

Our mission: To protect and promote the legal rights of Connecticut’s low-income children and youth so they have equitable opportunities for good health, a quality education and a successful transition to adulthood.

CCA provides legal representation and advocates for system reforms to ensure at-risk children’s basic needs are met and they receive appropriate services from the juvenile justice, education, child welfare, health care and court systems. 

The Center for Children’s Advocacy has a Platinum rating from Guidestar/Candid. 92% of your donation goes toward providing programs and services for youth.

Our Stories

Children and youth who are represented by CCA attorneys have overcome enormous obstacles.

Our Impact

CCA’s systemic work continually improves the lives of thousands of children and youth statewide.


Our Work

Racial Justice
Education
Health Equity / Medical Legal Partnership
Child Welfare
Youth Homelessness
Immigration
Juvenile Justice
Youth Voice
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