Children's Network

Mission: 
To improve opportunities for children, youth, and families in Santa Cruz County.

The Children's Network brings together leaders in public education, government, and nonprofit organizations to advance systems change through cross-sector collaboration, elevate youth voice, and implement the Children and Youth Bill of Rights.

Children's Network Executive Committee 

• Gabriela Trigueiro, Co-Chair
• Jacob Waller, Member-At-Large

Children's Network Cabinet Members

• City of Scotts Valley Councilmember
• First 5 of Santa Cruz County
• Child Care Planning Council
• County Office of Education
• County of Santa Cruz Family & Children Services
• Superior Court Judge
• County Probation
• Walnut Avenue Family & Women's Center
• County of Santa Cruz Board of Supervisors
• County of Santa Cruz Human Services Agency
• CASA of Santa Cruz County
• Community Action Board of Santa Cruz County
• City of Watsonville Parks & Recreation 
• City of Santa Cruz Parks & Recreation
• State of California 
• City of Santa Cruz Councilmember
• Positive Discipline Community Resources
• City of Capitola Councilmember

Children’s Network Symposium, taking place on March 5th, will bring together community leaders to:

• Uplift the role of community-based organizations as essential partners in systems change
• Strengthen cross-sector collaboration to improve alignment, relationships, and impact
• Advance the Children and Youth Bill of Rights by aligning efforts to its values and priorities
• Support the safety, stability, and long-term well-being of children and families by aligning with child welfare goals, including prevention, early intervention, and placement stability