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Children Uniting Nations, its supporters and several policy makers united at our 5th annual national forum in Washington, DC on July 21, 2010 to discuss issues that impact America's at-risk and foster care youth. The National Conference is renowned for bringing top researchers, international experts, non-profit leaders, legislators and policy makers together to discuss the most urgent needs of our youth. The conference was followed by our Annual Gala Dinner at the JW Marriott Hotel, which included guests from The California Endowment, Casey Family Programs, Howard University and over 250 attendees.

Conference Topics:

• "Risk and Resilience: What Science Tells Us Now About Development to Age Five and Areas for Research"
• "Getting Out of the Catch-Up Business: Putting Our Knowledge Into Action- Programs & Policies for Vulnerable Children"
• "Private-Public Partnerships: Ensuring a Corporate Conscience"
• "Health Care Reform and Its Impact on Our Children"
• "Bridging the Global Education Gap: A Discussion with First Ladies from Around the World"

CNN Interviews:

• CNN: Daphna Ziman, Founder of CUN, and Randy and Jermaine Jackson and their dedication to family and children in foster care. 
• CNN: The Blind Side's Quinton Aaron and CUN's own Beatrice Franklin and how foster care has shaped them to pay it forward. 

 YouTube Highlights:

• Randy & Jermaine Jackson speak on the importance of helping children and a special announcement
• Jermaine Jackson sings "Smile"
• Abraham McDonald performs "Miracle"

Additional Press Coverage:

• Washington Scene
• NBC Washington
• Washington Examiner
• Roll Call Op-Ed
• Lobby Blog
• Politifi  
• The Hill
• Politico
• K Street Kate
• Greg’s List
• Whisk & Quill
• US News & World Report
• Black Idealist
• Day Life
• MJJ Community
• Best of Michael Jackson
• MJ Forever Love
   

Images:

• Zimbio
• Wire image GALA 
• Getty images
• Revamp.com
• Black Voices
• ABC News
• Washington Life