Children Now is a national advocacy organization dedicated to improving the lives of children by advancing evidence-based policies in education, health, and child welfare, with a particular focus on equity and the experiences of marginalized youth.

Kokosing Institute engages with Children Now through knowledge-sharing and research alignment, drawing on the organization’s expertise in youth well-being, digital media, and policy advocacy. Insights from Children Now help inform Kokosing’s youth-facing research on technology, mental health, and institutional trust, while reinforcing a shared commitment to centering young people’s voices in policy conversations that directly affect their futures.