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Successful Children

We are committed to ensuring that
children receive the quality education
and full range of health, social,
and ancillary supports to which
they are entitled.

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Healthy and Informed Families

We envision a community with families that
are able to be self-sufficient. We support
families to become confident, informed,
and empowered to be proactive in their
approaches on behalf of their children.

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Supportive Community

We desire a community of providers
and stakeholders who are equipped
with tools and resources to provide
comprehensive services to children.

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Leading Voice

AJE is a leading voice on children’s issues. We provide free
direct services to families in the District of Columbia without any preconditions.
We’re a one-stop organization providing families with assistance,
tools and resources needed to achieve meaningful outcomes.

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Latest News

Family Voices: Understanding Policy Priorities for Children and Youth with Special Needs

On March 16, 2026March 9, 2026

AJE wants to share with our DC families this great resource, Family Voices. Family Voices is a national family-led nonprofit that champions policies and programs at federal, state, and local levels, to help children and youth with special health care needs and disabilities thrive. Their key policies include on peer-to-peer family support, Medicaid expansion, smoother...

Resources for Supporting Students’ Mental Health Rights Under Section 504

On March 13, 2026March 9, 2026

AJE would like to share resources to help students and families understand their rights under Section 504 and ensure access to supportive, discrimination-free learning environments. Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights (OCR) event on Civil Rights and Mental Health: Empowering Student Success. The event focused on ensuring that all students have access to a...

Important Reminder for Parents: Home and Hospital Instruction (HHI) Policy

On March 11, 2026March 9, 2026

We want to ensure that you have all the information you need about Home and Hospital Instruction (HHI). This is a vital resource for families when students need to learn at home or in the hospital because of a health need. Key Information for Parents: Where to Find HHI Policies: Each Local Education Agency (LEA)...

Alert!! Today @ 2:30 pm- Recent/Upcoming District Health Coverage Changes + What We Know About Medicaid Work Requirements

Alert!! Today @ 2:30 pm- Recent/Upcoming District Health Coverage Changes + What We Know About Medicaid Work Requirements

On March 11, 2026March 11, 2026

This message is from the DC Department of Health Care Finance news alert email sent today. Please participate if you are able and spread the word! Attention Alliance and Medicaid Program Members & Stakeholders! Join us for a meeting about recent and upcoming District Health Coverage Changes: Alliance and Medicaid. When: Today...

REGISTER TODAY – DC Advocacy Institute on Sat, March 14th

On March 11, 2026March 11, 2026

AJE would like to share that the DC LGBTQ+ Budget Coalition, along with many allies, is hosting a DC Advocacy Institute on Saturday, March 14 from 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. Be sure to RSVP today! Please see more information below from the DC LGBTQ+ Budget Coalition. Join us as we prepare for the 2026...

Talent Search: Casting Call for the 2026 Advocate for Equity Awards Program

On March 11, 2026March 11, 2026

AJE would like to share an opportunity with our families who sing, play an instrument, or perform poetry/spoken word. The DC Department on Disability Services (DDS) is hosting a talent search for the 2026 Advocate for Equity Awards Program. Please see more information below to learn how to participate. Do you know a talented...

CAH 2026-29 Strategic Plan: Quick Survey

On March 11, 2026March 11, 2026

Everyone deserves access to the arts and the opportunity to help shape DC’s arts agenda. AJE is sharing a survey from the D.C. Commission on the Arts and Humanities (CAH) to gather community input for its 2026–2029 strategic planning process. All responses are confidential and anonymous. Complete either survey by March 11th. Please see more...

DC Peers – Upcoming Events and Activities

On March 11, 2026March 11, 2026

AJE would like to share with our families DC Peers upcoming events and activities for adults and teens. Please see more information below. Hooray for the warmer weather! I’m starting to see things sprouting in my yard, and there are new things sprouting at DC Peers too… Save the date for our annual Neurodiversity Roundtable...

DC Health Benefit Exchange Oversight Hearing: Essential Takeaways for DC Residents

On March 10, 2026March 12, 2026

The DC Council’s Committee on Health recently held a performance oversight hearing on March 4, 2026, to discuss the Health Benefit Exchange Authority (HBX) and its operation of DC Health Link. Chaired by Councilmember Christina Henderson (At Large), the hearing provided critical updates on the Healthy DC plan, the District’s version of the Basic Health...

DC to participate in Count the Kicks program

On March 10, 2026March 9, 2026

DC Health and the District of Columbia Perinatal Quality Collaborative (DC PQC) are happy to announce that they are partnering with an initiative called Count the Kicks to raise awareness of paying attention to babies’ movements in the third trimester of pregnancy. This initiative provides evidence-based interventions and training to families and healthcare providers, aiming...

Upcoming Inclusive Programs at DC Public Libraries

On March 7, 2026March 9, 2026

AJE is excited to share these upcoming events sponsored by the DC Public Library System with our families! Bilingual Story Time for the Spectrum at Mount Pleasant Library (English/Spanish) Saturday, April 4 – 10:30 a.m. Story Time for the Spectrum at Cleveland Park Library Saturday, March 28 – 10:30 a.m. Saturday, April 25 –...

Upcoming Advice & Referral Clinic at the DC Bar Pro Bono Center – March 21

On March 6, 2026March 6, 2026

AJE would like to share an upcoming legal clinic hosted at the DC Bar Pro Bono Center. Please see the event details below. Clinic Details Date: Saturday, March 21, 2026Time: 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 noon (intake) Location:The D.C. Bar901 4th Street NWWashington, DC 20001(Red Line to Judiciary Square) In addition to criminal record sealing, volunteer...

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