Our #CDFFreedomSchools program helps prevent summer learning loss for thousands of scholars every summer! Watch part of Rev. Dr. Starsky Wilson’s read-aloud with Resurrected Community Development Corporation's James Lawson Freedom School's scholars in Allentown, PA earlier this week!

BE LOVE DAY is on WEDNESDAY! Go to thekingcenter.org/belove to take the BE LOVE pledge, learn more, and plan to join The Martin Luther King, Jr. Center for BE LOVE DAY 2025. #BeLoveDay2025 #BLD2025 #BeLove #MLKBeLove #MLK #CorettaScottKing #ChampionsForChange #King100

“Hold on, wait a minute, let me put some freedom in it!” | We’re so proud of our #CDFFreedomSchools scholars. Read this wonderful piece about the Jackson Public Schools Freedom School program by Mississippi Today' devna bose: bit.ly/4nBguxD

What a night in Jackson! We recently held "A Celebration of Joy" at the Mississippi Civil Rights Museum to commemorate 30 years of CDF-Southern Regional Office's work to bring children dignity, hope, and joy across the South. Take a look and congrats to CDF-SRO's staff & alumni!

Registration for #HallProctor2025 at #CDFHaleyFarm closes July 10! Don't miss this amazing gathering where faith leaders and youth advocates will share stories of hope and purpose as we continue our fight for justice and joy for all young people. Register: bit.ly/4lITFGj

We're still buzzing from our trip to Allentown last week for an executive listening session with the James Lawson Freedom School. Check out these amazing photos captured by Amy Shortell of The Morning Call: bit.ly/3IiJHxa #CDFListens

🚨Last chance🚨 Tomorrow is the final day to register for #HallProctor2025 at #CDFHaleyFarm! Still on the fence? Hear directly from faith leaders and youth advocates about how powerful and renewing this gathering is. Don’t miss out! Register today: bit.ly/3FH7HbK

We've had an amazing start to #CDFFreedomSchools this summer. Read this News 3 Now / Channel 3000 to learn more about our new CDF Freedom Schools partnership with @mmsdschools: bit.ly/45XwVxT

It’s #TBT, and we’re looking back to last year when #CDFSRO’s Oleta Garrett Fitzgerald spoke about the urgent need to stay committed to the fight for freedom, equity, and education for young people, especially in these challenging times. Take a look.

Young people in L.A. County facilities deserve dignity and respect. We’re proud #CDFCA’s Milinda Kakani urged local leaders to visit and listen to them directly. Read more of what she had to say in the Los Angeles Times: lat.ms/3GFWRnn

“Until every school is a Freedom School.” We're building a movement and what Rev. Dr. Starsky Wilson said recently in North Carolina is something every parent and leader must hear. Watch his full speech at Winston-Salem's Union Baptist Church: bit.ly/44JyLA6 #CDFFreedomSchools

We joined educators, civil rights leaders & child advocates to say one thing loud and clear: The budget's betrayal of youth can't be ignored. We're proud to stand with this coalition, led by @AFTUnion, in this @NYTimes ad opposing the “Big Ugly” cuts: bit.ly/4nHWxoP

Central Texas families are still reeling from the devastating floods that occurred there this month. That's why we're working to connect families with housing, food, and mental health support. If you're in Texas, or want to help, start here: bit.ly/40dzzfi #CDFCares

From breaking policy news to joyful moments from our #CDFFreedomSchools, we’re building community across every platform. Follow us everywhere to stay connected, stay inspired, and stay in the fight.

Raise the Age was passed in NY, but more must be done. Local youth justice programs could benefit from an update to the law's funding model. #CDFNewYork’s Julia Davis spoke with @WAMCradio about what must change for the sake of New York’s children: bit.ly/44HuJIG

Public education is a public good. On July 23, during our National Day of Social Action, #CDFFreedomSchools scholars will rally, march, and meet with officials to demand strong, civic-minded education. Learn more about NDSA and see to get involved: bit.ly/4lSzW7m

The recently-passed budget reconciliation bill could soon threaten food access for our children. Rev. Dr. Starsky Wilson spoke to The 74 about what may come next and what must be done. Read more: bit.ly/3GP8CI6

Tomorrow, CDF's Sheri Brady joins Coalition on Human Needs, Families Over Billionaires, and Caring Across Generations #CareCantWait to discuss the recently passed budget reconciliation bill and the harsh impacts it will have on children and young people. Register now to join this important discussion: bit.ly/40Fn1h5

Minnesota ranks 5th in the U.S. for overall child well-being, according to the 2025 KIDS COUNT Data Book. But beneath that ranking is a painful truth: 28% of Black children live in poverty, nearly 5x the rate of White children. We must do better. Read: bit.ly/4eMynW4

On July 23, youth nationwide will lead the National Day of Social Action. #CDFFreedomSchools scholars in Galveston, Texas will participate Wednesday too! Nia Cultural Center will speak out on why public education is a public good. Read more & join our movement: bit.ly/4lXhMBw