From the Dinner Table to the Policy Table: Mobilizing Parents as a Political Force for Kids’ Health

Parents, grandparents, and caregivers across the country are deeply concerned about their children’s health. At school board meetings, state capitols, and town halls across the country, they are showing themselves to be an effective political force for action on plastics, toxic chemicals, use of tech, climate, and more. They’re organized, they’re values-driven, and they’re moving policy, but they’re often going toe to toe against powerful special interests who are dedicated to maintaining the status quo — even if it means compromising the health of our kids.

Despite making headway on issues that have broad bipartisan support, these constituencies continue to be one of the most under-acknowledged and underfunded forces in American politics.

Join us for an exploration of the current organizing landscape at the intersection of kids’ health and corporate and civic accountability. We’ll hear directly from advocates working at the state and local level, dig into what’s gaining traction, and discuss what infrastructure is needed to bring it to the next level.

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Date
Jun 15 2026
Time
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
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