SPAN Parent Advocacy Network

Empowering families as advocates and partners in improving education, health/mental health and human services outcomes for infants, toddlers, children, youth and young adults.

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We are committed to children and families with the greatest need due to disability or special health/mental health needs; poverty; discrimination based on race/ethnicity, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, language, immigrant or homeless status; involvement in the child welfare or juvenile justice systems; geographic location; or other special circumstances. SPAN’s individual assistance, workshops, and resources are available in languages other than English. Learn more about us.

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2025 SPAN Parent Leadership & Advocacy Conference

Conferencia de Padres Lideres 2025

Parent Leadership in Action: Creating Stronger Communities

Saturday, September 27, 2025, 8 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Sábado, 27 de septiembre de 2025

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Clinking glasses with white wine and toasting.

Join Us for a Night of Fun, Flavor, and Philanthropy

As summer winds down, let’s come together for a vibrant evening filled with cocktails, delicious bites, and heartwarming purpose. This isn’t just a party, it’s a chance to uplift children and families.

Event Details

Date: Friday, September 26, 2025
Time: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Location: Princeton Marriott at Forrestal 100 College Road East, Princeton, NJ 08540

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Be a part of our Tree of Gratitude Campaign!

Make a Lasting Impression
The SPAN Parent Advocacy Network invites our friends, parents, partners, and affiliated organizations to take part in a unique opportunity to be featured on our Tree of Gratitude, which will grace the entryway of our new office.

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