Approach
The Children’s Partnership (TCP) has relied on these building
blocks to shape its unique approach to advocacy work.
Braintrust
We consult a wide range of experts to identify trends and issues where
there may be strategic openings for new approaches to benefit children
and families in underserved communities. See our list of Advisors.
Independent Research Base
The Children’s Partnership undertakes a range of independent and
original research. In 1994, we developed the “Strategic
Audit,” a research tool to survey and analyze a broad field
undergoing significant changes. This tool allows us to “map”
an issue, looking for strategic openings to advance the interests of
children. Browse our Publications library to
see examples of our work.
Solutions that Work
While The Children’s Partnership’s research serves to inform
a wide audience, it also provides TCP with a solid background from which
to begin developing practical solutions. We pilot most of our community
and public policy solutions in California, home to one of every eight children in
the United
States.
Consensus Through Partnerships
In the course of developing best practices through our
pilot programs, we work with coalitions and partners to develop
consensus around ways to extend the effective programs to more
underserved communities.
Public Policy and Advocacy
As consensus emerges, we again work closely with our
community-based colleagues to develop policy ideas and to advocate for
them in both public and private sectors. We also use the power of
digital technology to communicate, demonstrate models, and
advocate.
Lean and Tightly Managed Organization
The Children’s Partnership has 13 full and
part-time staff in three offices (Santa
Monica and San Francisco,
CA and Washington, D.C..) We are committed to staying
small in order to remain flexible in response to new issues and
opportunities, benefit from the specialized skills of consultants when
needed, and keep our management and overhead streamlined. Learn more
about the Structure of
TCP.
Read case studies of how we have used this model for
change in our work:
 Case
Study: Online Content
for Low Income and Other Underserved Americans
Case
Study: Health
Insurance Coverage for U.S. Children
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