Children's Advocacy Days
Children's Advocacy Days 2026 celebrates the power of connection in shaping brighter futures for Tennessee's children. The theme, “Building Bridges to Success: Moving Forward for Tennessee’s Children and Youth,” invites us to explore how shared purpose, and collective effort can turn strong messages into meaningful change. CAD 2026 will challenge us to strengthen the bridges that connect voices, ideas, and action, laying stronger pathways between insights, people, and solutions that help Tennessee’s children thrive. The 2026 theme reminds us that real progress happens when we connect across communities, sectors and perspectives.
Children’s Advocacy Days serves as a network of ideas, bringing together children’s advocates who recognize the immense opportunities and unprecedented challenges that children and youth face today. CAD is not just an opportunity to share knowledge and expertise; it’s a call to action. By the end of this event, we believe attendees will leave inspired and equipped with practical strategies to continue to make a meaningful impact on the lives of children and youth in their communities. Through shared learning and renewed purpose, we can move from conversation to transformation and action!
CAD 2026 Website
After April 24, 2026, PowerPoints, videos and PDF's from prior CAD events will no longer be published on the web site due to ADA compliance regulations. Please contact Jonquil Newland for agendas and presentations from prior Children's Advocacy Days.
What's Children's Advocacy Days ?
Children’s Advocacy Days (CAD) is an event with a 38-year history. It is an opportunity for children’s advocates, service providers and others to come together to be inspired by speakers, leaders and peers. The event draws approximately 600 individuals interested in children and family issues. CAD consists of training, networking, advocacy and celebration.
