About OICA

The Oklahoma Institute for Child Advocacy (OICA) is a broad-based, multi-issue organization that promotes programs and policies designed to improve the health and well-being of Oklahoma’s children and youth. Its work provides a critical link between the provision of programs and services at the local level and the policy-making process at the state level.

Vision

Oklahoma’s children and youth will become healthy and capable adults through the support of caring families and communities.

Advocacy
Legislative Action
Data, Publications
Leadership Development
Best Practices

Youth Initiatives
Positive Youth Development
Research of Youth Assets
Special Projects

Maternal & Child Health
Health Care Coverage
Education and Awareness
Statewide Collaboration & Outreach

Early Childhood Development
In collaboration with
The Oklahoma Partnership
for School Readiness

OICA accomplishes positive change for children and youth through three principle stragegies:

Creating Awareness

Taking Action

Changing Policy