DEC Statement on Children and Immigration Policy The Division for Early Childhood (DEC) of the Council for Exceptional Children (CEC) is an international professional organization dedicated to advancing equity and supporting families, young children with or at risk for developmental delays and disabilities, and those who care for and educate them. At the heart of DEC’s work is a collective responsibility to address and dismantle systemic inequities that negatively impact young children and their families. DEC is committed to shaping leadership, research, policy, and practices that ensure every child and family can thrive. The Trump administration has proposed drastic cuts [...]

Joint Position Statement in Support of Immigrant Communities from English Learners Advocacy Council in Higher Education (ELACHE), Illinois Association of Multilingual and Multicultural Education (IAMME) and the Latino Policy Forum Members of ELACHE and IAMME stand firmly with our immigrant communities. We oppose policies that threaten the rights and dignity of immigrant families and their children. We reaffirm that every child and youth has the right to a safe, inclusive, and high-quality education, as protected by federal law. We stand in solidarity with immigrant communities and pledge to advocate for their protection and well-being. This joint statement reflects our common mission [...]