
Self Love Heights is Possible
A story about loving yourself through trauma by Marcela Henao. To download the audio version of this story, visit: https://soundcloud.com/user-616990317/self-love-heights-is-possible

A story about loving yourself through trauma by Marcela Henao. To download the audio version of this story, visit: https://soundcloud.com/user-616990317/self-love-heights-is-possible

A story of advocating for yourself as a non-custodial parent by Elizabeth Reddick To download the audio version of this story, visit: https://soundcloud.com/user-616990317/showing-up-as-a-noncustodial-parent

A story about a parent’s journey with a child with special healthcare needs by Heather Stenson. To download the audio version of this story, visit:
Part one of a two part Peer Learning Call (PLC) focusing on partnering with and celebrating the importance of parent leadership. FRIENDS PAC members highlight

The FRIENDS Diversity, Racial Equity, and Inclusion (DREI) workgroup produces a newsletter bi-monthly for staff and our Parent Advisory Council. Occasionally, resources and ideas that

A story about fatherhood and building bridges between programs and minority communities by Anthony Queen. To download the audio version of this story, visit: https://soundcloud.com/user-616990317/force-multiplier

A story about advocating and being the voice for children by Paula Bibbs-Samuels. To download the audio version of this story, visit: https://soundcloud.com/user-616990317/no-flight-only-fight

A story about kinship caregiving and not being afraid to ask for help by Valerie Lebanion. To download the audio version of this story, visit:

A story about resilience and empowering other parents by Eileen Graham. To download the audio version of this story, visit: https://soundcloud.com/user-616990317/unstoppable

A story about the acknowledgement of the importance of healing by Joanne Hodgeman. To download the audio version of this story, visit: https://soundcloud.com/user-616990317/healing-to-lead

A story about co-parenting by Melissa Zimmerman. To download the audio version of this story, visit: https://soundcloud.com/user-616990317/co-parenting-gave-me-hope

A story about fatherhood and accessing services by David Armstrong. To download the audio version of this story, visit: https://soundcloud.com/user-616990317/making-the-invisible-visible

A story about asking for help by Vadonna Williams. To download the audio version of this story, visit: https://soundcloud.com/user-616990317/just-ask-utilizing-resources-can-make-a-difference

A story about adoption and working with the foster care system by Anntoinette Johnson. To download he audio version of this story visit: https://soundcloud.com/user-616990317/god-has-a-sense-of-humor

This month’s Peer Learning Call focuses on evidence-based practice and programs (EBP), standards for CBCAP programs, and how to understand the various EBP clearinghouses/registries and

A story about the importance of fathers by Michael Cupeles. To download the audio version of this story, visit: https://soundcloud.com/user-616990317/the-importance-of-a-father-as-a-protective-factor

This is the first session of a 4-part Family Resource Center (FRC) Discussion Series – This session gives an introduction to Family Resource Centers and

Ready to compile your CBCAP Annual Report? Want to use the Portal to make your life easier? Join FRIENDS staff as we review the FY2022

In this issue: Improving Outcomes for Children and Families Experiencing Domestic Violence New Jersey Men of Courage Community Action Initiative I’ve Come A Long Way

This month’s Peer Learning Call (PLC) focuses on the Annual Program Report for CBCAP Formula Grants.

The FRIENDS Diversity, Racial Equity, and Inclusion workgroup has released their latest issue of the RACEing Forward Newsletter. This newsletter is shared among FRIENDS staff

Children thrive when their material needs are met, and they have safe, stable, nurturing relationships with caregivers. Parents and caregivers thrive when they can provide

State Leads learn more about the Adverse Community Experiences and Resilience Framework. Developed by Prevention Institute in 2016 in collaboration with city governments, community leaders,

It is clear to many of us that prevention programs are a sound investment in the health and well-being of children, families and the broader

In This Issue: Understanding Adverse Community Experiences and Community Trauma: Building Resilience at the Community-Level Mindfulness Taught Me How to Get My Life Back ACEs
View this photo collage video of images of Prevention in CBCAP from around the US. This video was created for the 2022 CBCAP Grantees Meeting.

Join FRIENDS staff as they demonstrate how the FRIENDS Report and Application Portal can simplify the process of gathering the necessary information and supporting

This is the fourth and final session in the series and focuses on the variety of ways parent leaders can share their voices and partner

The CBCAP Federal Project Officer walks through the 2022 Application requirements, deadlines and submission process, as well as anticipated timeframe for the award.

The official 2022 CBCAP Annual Program Instruction issued from the Children’s Bureau.

Meet the FRIENDS training and technical assistance team and learn about free training opportunities and resources that are available to CBCAP State Leads.

This is the fourth and final session in the Maximizing Funding Discussion Series, and focuses on opportunities for using ARPA funds. Discussion topics include: Discuss

This month’s webinar explores several LGBTQ+ affirming efforts and activities accomplished by the New York State Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS). State Leads

Un ejemplo de cómo apoyar y desarrollar el liderazgo de los padres líderes.

Una variedad de postales que se pueden utilizar para agradecer a los padres por su contribución a los servicios y actividades.

Un certificado de reconocimiento que se puede personalizar y que puede descargar y completar para los padres líderes que está reconociendo.

Un certificado de reconocimiento que se puede personalizar y que puede descargar y completar para los padres líderes que está reconociendo.

An example of how to nurture and develop parent leaders. Available in English and Spanish.

A variety of postcards which can be used to thank parents for their contribution to services and activities. Available in English and Spanish.

National Parent Leadership Month Certificate – Purple A customizable award that you can download and fill in for the parent leaders you are recognizing. Available

A customizable award that you can download and fill in for the parent leaders you are recognizing. Available in English and Spanish.

Members of the FRIENDS Parent Advisory Council (PAC) will share their leadership journey and we will share new resources to recognize and celebrate parents in

Watch FRIENDS staff demo how to use the FRIENDS TA Portal to compile your report including the various settings and features. This demo includes how

State Leads learn more about the newly awarded Tribal Organizations and Migrant Programs for CBCAP Programs grantees. Leads get an overview of all eight grantee

In this issue: The Impact of COVID on Children’s Mental Health There is Hope Through Trying Times Finding the Helpers The Shortcomings of Standardized Tests

This is the third session in our four part series. This session focuses on connecting with parents by hosting Community Cafés, Parent Cafés and Dad Cafés.

CBCAP Federal Project Officers (FPO) walk through reporting requirements, timeframes, and the submission process, as well as resources available to support state lead agencies in

Federal staff from the Office of Family Assistance provide information about the range of benefits and services that states, territories, and tribes provide to families

Leads hear from our colleagues at the ACF Office of Community Services, with the Community Services Block Grant (CSBG). The purpose of CSBG is to

This is the third of four sessions in the Maximizing Funding Discussion Series, and focuses on Fundraising. Discussion topics include: How relationships and networking have
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