Children's Rights is a national watchdog organization advocating on behalf of abused and neglected children in the U.S. Since 1995, the organization has used legal action and policy initiatives to create lasting improvements in child protection, foster care and adoption.

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Manny's adoption in New Jersey

Manny, a named plaintiff in Children's Rights' campaign to reform New Jersey's child welfare system, was adopted by his foster mother, Joan (left), in December 2007.  Click here to read more.

Children's Rights reaches landmark settlement with Michigan officials, bypassing July trial
Court-enforceable agreement mandates top-to-bottom overhaul of Michigan's failing child welfare system. Read the press releaseRead the settlement agreement.

Independent monitor finds progress stalling in Atlanta's child welfare reform effort
New report shows abuse and neglect of foster children increasing, health care and other service needs not being met, and children languishing in foster care for too long.  Read the press release.  Read the report.

Children's Rights seeks partial federal takeover of Connecticut's Department of Children and Families
Move prompted by DCF's ongoing failure to meet court-ordered benchmarks related to planning for foster children and providing adequate services. Read the press release. Read the notice of noncompliance.

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