About
Igniting Collective Action
Mission
We ignite collective action that creates better lives for children and families.
Purpose
We imagine a world where every person lives in peace and is supported by a thriving, resilient community.
Action
Obstacle: Personal and systemic injustices that disconnect communities, create trauma, and limit our shared potential.
Action: Cultivate and strengthen well-informed communities by providing education and resources, bringing stakeholders together, building new systems of communication, securing grants for local needs, and more.
Resolution: Informed and energized community members come together to solve problems, impact policy, and create solutions that allow every person to realize their full potential.
Our History
In January of 1972, a group of dedicated, driven community members with similar vision came together around the health, well being, and success of children. It was through these individuals that the Colloquium on the Child and the Community was developed. Shortly following, the group obtained 501 c 3 status and in April of 1972 officially formed the Coconino County Council for Children.
The Coconino County Council for Children (CCCC) was an alliance which advocated for children’s needs, served as an informational resource around children and children’s services, and promoted the coordination of efforts on behalf of children.
In 1992 CCCC merged with the Child Health Committee which led successful projects involving accident prevention, teen wellness, teen pregnancy prevention, and nutrition, among other activities. The result was the Coconino Coalition for Children and Youth (CCC&Y). This merge furthered the efforts around children and youth issues and created greater unity in Coconino County.
In 1997, CCC&Y was awarded DES funds to become a Regional Child Abuse Prevention Council, providing yet another opportunity to grow and strengthen around children’s health and safety. The Child Abuse Prevention Council has been an active internal committee of CCC&Y since then, providing child abuse prevention education to parents, educators, and health care and social service professionals. The CAP committee also spreads awareness on prevention through annual CAP activities, including the CAP Kickoff Luncheon Fundraiser, Caring for Children Awards, and the CAP Conference.
Approaching 50 years, with similar intent and the original goals and objectives in mind, CCC&Y continues to be a voice for children, advocating on their behalf and working to ensure all children and youth have the resources they need to reach their full potential