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

CCA Advocacy, News, Events, and Seminars

CCA in the News
Six immigrant children spent as long as 505 days in federal custody as their families waited

07/15/2026

CCA in the News
5-year-old spent 118 days alone in federal immigration custody in CT before reuniting with her mom

07/15/2026

CCA Report
New Report Finds Connecticut Youth with Disabilities Were Repeatedly Denied Critical Supports Before Incarceration 

07/14/2026

On the Frontlines
CCA’s Summer 2026 Newsletter

07/03/2026

CCA Update
2026 Legislative Wins Strengthen Protections for Children and Youth 

06/26/2026

CCA in the News
Senator Lesser Ensures CT will Protect Disability Rights, Law Takes Effect July 1

06/25/2026

CCA Update
Spring for Kids! 2026 Triumphs for CT Children

06/25/2026

CCA in the News
CT special education advocates slam Trump Ed Dept. moves: an ‘assassination attempt’

06/18/2026

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

Our mission: To enforce 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 and a Four-Star rating from Charity Navigator.

Our Needs

Supporting CCA makes an enormous difference in the lives of children who have no one else to turn to.

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 Experiencing Homelessness
Immigration
Juvenile Justice
Youth Voice
Innovative Outreach
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