Navigating the Challenges of Foster Care: A Call for Comprehensive Support and Empowerment
In her insightful reflections, Brynne Simmons, LCSW, sheds light on the inherently traumatic nature of foster care, emphasizing the profound impact it has on the mental well-being of youth. Delving…
Fostering Holistic Wellness: Nurturing the Well-being of Youth in Care and their Families featuring Dr. Patrick Crawford
Self-Love Month recognizes the significance of prioritizing one’s happiness and overall well-being. This is particularly crucial for youth in care who may be dealing with trauma. Focusing on self-love and…
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day: Nurturing Equality, Justice, and Compassion for Every Child
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.’s teachings profoundly impact child welfare by prompting a reevaluation of systemic structures. His call to address disparities in access to resources, education, and healthcare resonates…
Celebrating Rosa Parks Day
Did you know that there are two celebrations of Rosa Parks each year? This first day of commemoration is celebrated on the date of her birth, February 4. The second Rosa Parks…
The Reaffirmation of ICWA: Reaffirming Native Cultural Identities and Family Structure
During November, we celebrate National American Indian Heritage Month by respecting the distinctive and divergent histories of American Indians and Alaskan Natives (AI/AN). While we celebrate their rich histories, we…
The Importance of Acknowledging Minority Mental Health
Minority Mental Health Month is recognized to bring awareness to the unique struggles that racial and ethnic minority communities face regarding mental illness in the United States. According to McLean…
Upcoming Webinar: Improving Your Results in Kin-Finding and Placement
WHEN: September 12, 2023 TIME: 2 P.M. – 3:30 P.M. EST Join Grandfamilies & Kinship Support Network (GKSN) for a preview and initial roll-out of the Kin-Finding Toolkit, featuring promising…
What’s Up Cuz Podcast Episode: Boundaries
Welcome to another episode of What’s Up Cuz? where we delve into the complexities of life, relationships, community, and family dynamics. Your host, Dr. Sharon McDaniel, and co-host, Dr. David…
The History of Pride Month
Pride Month is celebrated every June as a tribute to those who were involved in the Stonewall Riots. With parades, festivals, and concerts going on across the globe, there’s always…
The History of Black Lives Matter Month
The beginning of June marks the start of Black Lives Matter Month, an opportunity for all Americans to make a stand against racism and racially-motivated violence. Originally founded as a hashtag…