In light of recent and ongoing racism and violence against people of color, we want you to know that EFC sees you. We honor your experiences as unacceptable, horrific, and outrageous. We actively stand with African Americans against racism and police brutality. We value you and your families and we are here for you.
Pandemic Parenting and Communities Who Support One Another | Supporting Children and Families During the COVID-19 Crisis
Times of extraordinary uncertainty, like what we’re all experiencing now, are stressful. With the rise in unemployment, social and physical distancing, and negative news, we’re all struggling to cope. The lockdown orders issued by governors in states like North Carolina are a matter of public health and safety. But according to statistics, home is not always the safest place for every young person.
Building Understanding | Rachel Goes to New Zealand
Unlike in the United States where there were hundreds of treaties between the government and the First Nations and other indigenous peoples, in New Zealand there was one treaty. The treaty commits to protect all the native people of New Zealand (the Māori) and to give them unqualified autonomy over their lands, people, and treasures. The treaty was violated repeatedly and now iwi (tribes) can apply for a hearing from the Waitangi Tribunal regarding their grievances.
We All Get By With a Little Help From Our Friends—2 Benefits of Strong Social Networks
It’s back to school time! But what does that mean? For you it might mean a bit more quiet time at home. For your kids it might mean a new school, new classroom, new teacher, and maybe even a new Wonder Woman backpack. But as we get ourselves and our kids ready for a new year, we also want to remember that back to school isn’t just about getting back to academics. It’s also about getting back to great friends, making new ones, and having other social experiences.
Protective Factors: Find Strong Support Among Your Social Connections
Protective Factors: Meet Parenting Stress with Parental Resilience
Protective Factors: On the Road to Prevention Replacing the Need for Intervention
Hope, Resilience, and Care: Snatching Promise from the Jaws of Adverse Childhood Experiences
Creating a safe environment for children takes a concerted effort by not from parents, but from experts in child development experts and community members. This blog post addresses the significant findings from the CDC’s landmark study on ACEs and how we as a community can support each other in creating a nurturing environment for children.