Michigan’s Children uses a dynamic strategy. We review our strategy & focus areas annually, but also make changes throughout the year as new data, new challenges and new opportunities arise.
How we work
In deciding our focus areas and in our everyday work we consider:
- Data & Best Practices
- Voices
- Equity
- Our Strengths
What We’re Working On
Our main issue areas for 2025 (and possibly longer) are:
- Early Education
- Child & Family Health
- Medicaid
- Child Prosperity
- Family Economic Success
- Educational Quality & Access
- Immigrant Family Policy
Spotlight on Youth Advocacy
Please click here to watch Emerging Star – Jayla Allen. Jayla is a dedicated Junior at ACCE High School in Ypsilanti, balancing her education with her passion for culinary arts in the RCTC Bakery and Pastry Science program. Since October 2023, she has been a peer outreach worker at Ozone House, creating a safe space for youth. Through her work with the youth advisory boards, she advocates for changes in the local homeless system.
This summer, she will begin a paid internship with the Ypsilanti District Library through the STEAM Cafe. Jayla played a key role in securing a Youth Homeless Demonstration Project grant for Washtenaw County and has actively engaged with local officials, helping to secure $4.2 million for homeless youth services. Additionally, she has improved activities at Ozone House’s Drop-in Center and advocates for increased funding for these essential services in Michigan.