The Child Welfare League of America is the nation's oldest and largest membership-based child welfare organization committed to engaging people everywhere in promoting the well-being of children, youth, and their families and protecting every child from harm. By publishing a diverse range of views on a wide array of topics, "Children's Voice" seeks to encourage public discussion and debate among those who are committed to helping children and families. ?By publishing a diverse range of views on a wide array of topics, "Children's Voice" seeks to encourage public discussion and debate among those who are committed to helping children and families. This issue of "Children's Voice" includes: (1) Slavery Undercover: An Estimated 14,500--17,500 People--Half of Them Children--Are Trafficked into the United States Every Year; (2) After the Storm: Recovery Has Been Slow, and the Needs Great, in the Aftermath of Hurricane Katrina; (3) Budgeting Child Welfare: How Will Millions Cut from the Federal Budget Affect the Child Welfare System?; (4) Exceptional Children: Learning Disabilities and Special Education--Making the Most of Homework; and (5) The Down to Earth Dad: A Hole in the Heart... and How Programs Can Help Mend It; (6) Preparing for Natural Disaster: Leadership, Strategic Planning, and Rehearsal Are Critical. [For "Children's Voice" Volume 15, Number 3, see ED492088.]