Children's Health Defense

Children's Health Defense (CHD) is an American 501(c)(3) nonprofit activist group mainly known for anti-vaccine disinformation, and which has been called one of the main sources of misinformation on vaccines. Founded under the name World Mercury Project in 2007, it is chaired by Robert F. Kennedy Jr. The group has been campaigning against various public health programs, such as vaccination and fluoridation of drinking water. The group has been contributing to vaccine hesitancy in the United States, encouraging citizens and legislators to support anti-vaccine regulations and legislation. Arguments against vaccination are contradicted by overwhelming scientific consensus about the safety and effectiveness of vaccines. Its $15-million budget is funded through donations from individuals (both directly and anonymized through foundations) and affiliate marketing revenues.

For the children's rights and educational non-profit, see Children's Defense Fund.

Children's Health Defense
Formation2007 (2007)
FounderEric Gladen
Founded atWashington, D.C.
TypeAdvocacy group
Location
  • Peachtree City, Georgia
Chairman
Robert F. Kennedy Jr.
On leave since April 2023
Vice Chairman
J.B. Handley
Brian Hooker, Katie Wright, Mary Holland, Terena Thyne Eisner
Websitechildrenshealthdefense.org
Formerly called
World Mercury Project
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