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If you believe in the vital role play holds, and are an
advocate for the Child’s Right to Play, please join us!

Advocacy
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Knowing not just why, but how to advocate at all levels in our mission of protecting and promoting the Child’s Right to Play.

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Carrying forth the mission of IPA World through education, advocacy, communication, and more.

UN Convention on the Rights of Children
UN Convention on the Rights of Children
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What Article 31 is, and why it is so important.

Porch Play Chats
Porch Play Chats

Weekly conversations about all aspects of play with those dedicated to play.
Also available on YouTube and Spotify.

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2025 IPA USA Conference
2025 IPA USA Conference

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OCTOBER 22 – 25, 2025
LOUISVILLE, KY

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What We Do

By acting as a resource, increasing awareness, working for the ratification of the Convention of the Rights of the Child, and much more, we work to accomplish our mission on behalf of children everywhere.

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Promoting play by supporting professional development, coordinating local Play Days, the development of advocacy tools, and IPA USA member play practitioners across the country.

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Who We Are

IPA USA is part of a global network dedicated to promoting the child’s right to play. Our work is guided by Article 31 of the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child (UNCRC). 

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Play Talk

Articles and Discussions around the Importance of Play. Members can find more in our Play Blast and eJournals!