If there is one thing we've learned from the past decade, it's that disasters can strike at any moment. But even more frightening is the fact that in most states the needs of children are largely ignored during a disaster, leaving them even more vulnerable to its effects. Find out more

Save the Children has developed a five-point-plan, with real steps Congress and the Obama Administration can take to protect children before, during and after a disaster:

1. Establish national disaster preparedness standards for child care centers and schools.
   
2. Establish an Office of Children's Advocacy at FEMA.
   
3. To ensure child care centers can rebuild and restore services more quickly following a disaster, make them eligible for federal disaster aid.
   
4. Establish a White House Commission on the effects of the recession on children.
   
5. Create a federal public awareness campaign to educate families about protecting children during disasters.

Help us tell Congress that children need protection. Sign our petition now and let your voice be heard.

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