Launch of the 'Advancing Protection and Care for Children in Adversity: A U.S. Government Strategy for Children to Thrive (2024-2029)'

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Launch of the 'Advancing Protection and Care for Children in Adversity: A U.S. Government Strategy for Children to Thrive (2024-2029)

The U.S. Agency for International Development cordially invites you to the Advancing Protection and Care for Children in Adversity: A U.S. Government Strategy for Children to Thrive (2024-2029) launch event held at the United States Capitol.

  • Date: Thursday, July 11, 2024 
  • Time: 8:30 - 10:00 AM EDT
  • Location: Rayburn Room 2060, Rayburn House Office Building, Capitol Hill
  • Address: 45 Independence Ave SW, Washington, DC

Live Stream

Breakfast provided for in-person attendees

Background:

 

This whole-of-government, multisectoral “Thrive” Strategy mandated by the Global Child Thrive Act aims to build strong beginnings for children, help families to thrive, and prevent violence against children. The launch event will provide an opportunity to learn about the updated strategy and the interagency effort to support children and families around the world to thrive.

Advancing Protection and Care for Children in Adversity: A U.S. Government Strategy for Children to Thrive (2024-2029)

Esteemed speakers include:


Thea Lee  

Thea Lee, Deputy Undersecretary

U.S. Department of Labor

Dr. Greta Massetti, Principal Deputy Director The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention  

Dr. Greta Massetti, Principal Deputy Director

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

Michele Sumilas, Assistant to the Administrator  U.S. Agency for International Development  

Michele Sumilas, Assistant to the Administrator 

U.S. Agency for International Development

Dr. Bama Athreya, Deputy Assistant Administrator U.S. Agency for International Development  

Dr. Bama Athreya, Deputy Assistant Administrator

U.S. Agency for International Development

Rebecca Levy, U.S. Government Special Advisor for Children in Adversity U.S. Agency for International Development  

Rebecca Levy, U.S. Government Special Advisor for Children in Adversity

U.S. Agency for International Development