Elected officials and other policymakers are responsible for the key decisions that help families ensure their children are safe, healthy, and well-educated. Our research has shown that holding policymakers accountable for children’s well-being is an especially high-impact strategy. The public agrees—with 81% of voters strongly in favor of policy being “governed by a best interest of the child” standard.
Following are strategies that help strengthen policymaker accountability for children’s well-being.
Measurement Tools
Youth Impact Assessments
Fiscal Accountability
Government Structures
Racial Equity Accountability Tools
Youth Engagement
Candidates & Elected Officials
Child Rights
Communications