As the U.S. Congress considers critical decisions on fiscal year 2026 appropriations, this timely and urgent webinar explored the real-world consequences of foreign assistance cuts on children across the globe. It featured voices from across sectors—including global health, education, humanitarian response, and child protection—who shared evidence, stories, and policy recommendations on why centering and investing in children through foreign assistance is a strategic priority for the United States.
This webinar was co-sponsored by the Georgetown University Collaborative on Global Children’s Issues, First Focus on Children, and the Child Partnership.
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