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- EIN 85-0385103
- (505) 217-0220
- 625 Silver Ave Sw Ste 345 Albuquerque NM 87102-3111 USA
- www.nmcan.org
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Nonprofit Overview
Causes: Child Abuse Prevention, Children & Youth, Children & Youth Services, Crime & Law, Domestic Violence, Protection Against Abuse
Mission: New mexico child advocacy networks (nmcan) is a visionary champion for new mexico's most vulnerable children and youth by providing innovative programming and effective advocacy.
Programs: New mexico child advocacy (nmcan) partners with young people to build community and lead change. Since 1990, nmcan has been leveraging community partnerships and volunteerism to improve children and youth's experiences in foster care. Today, nmcan has grown to authentically engage young people impacted by the foster care and/or juvenile justice systems to improve their transition to adulthood. Together, nmcan works to: 1. Reduce systemic barriers that negatively impact their lives. 2. Help them learn how to build positive community networks and strengthen their sense of belonging. 3. Access tools to achieve goals related to education, employment, health, housing, and personal finance. Nmcan is steadfastly dedicated to young people as partners and understands the complexities of these systems. Nmcan is a leader within the child welfare community, driving positive and equitable change in new mexico.