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In a new advisory, U.S. Surgeon General, Vivek H. Murthy discusses the state of parent stress and wellbeing, and the impact on children and family units across the nation. Parents are raising our future leaders, community members, and professionals, so it is crucial to support their wellbeing in order to ensure sustainability of family health and growth. This issue transcends…

The Social Policy Institute is thrilled to share this celebratory announcement from the Mandated Reporting to Community Supporting (MRCS) Task Force: On September 4, 2024, the voting members of the California Child Welfare Council (CWC) unanimously approved the MRCS Task Force Report, and also requested that an implementation strategy to advance the Recommendations of the Task Force be created in…

What we say to ourselves impacts our choices and behavior. What we say to others can influence their choices and actions. Imagine the outcomes if we managed to shift our mindset and narrative toward prioritizing kids! A new narrative is essential to shift societal beliefs and behaviors toward supporting families and communities in safely caring for their children. New research…

SPI’s August 2024 Newsletter Looks Ahead with Innovation Projects, and a Dynamic Redesigned Website. This August, SPI shares the launch of our redesigned website, promotes the We Can’t Wait Conference (September), and invites you to continue participation in CEAL’s Healthy Longevity Webinar Series. Additionally, our team shares several relevant resources including HOPE for Spanish Speakers and the 2024 Senior Report.…

Meet our team of Wellness System Associates at SPI! Click HERE to view an overview of our services, our approach to system transformation, and a glimpse into each associate’s expertise

People with disabilities require specific healthcare needs and supports in order to thrive. These needs are dependent on many factors, including their identity and access to the Social Drivers of Health. In a new series of infographics, the National Institute for Health Care Management (NIHCM) discusses how our systems need to care for those with disabilities more accommodatingly. One example…

Political outcomes and legislation have long-term impacts on population health that are often vague and complex. This is one of the reasons why many people across the nation lack access to sufficient and informative healthcare information, hindering their ability to navigate the system and obtain needed care. In “A Vote for Health” from Milbank Quarterly, author Sandro Galea connects the…

The needs of students are influenced by their intersectional identities, and for a significant number of students in the United States—nearly 1 in 5—that identity includes being a parent. New research has found that students who are also parents require specific supports to successfully care for their children and perform well academically. Researchers implemented the New Mexico College Student Experience…

Child welfare is a critical area in which challenges with confronting inequity and deep-seated issues of racism is a necessity. To assist individuals and organizations explore the impact of race and equity within the child welfare system, the Children’s Bureau has launched the “2024 Race Equity Challenge,” which consists of five interactive learning modules. These modules cover a variety of…

Explore SPI’s June Newsletter with a Focus on Social Connectedness Featured in this June edition, our HOPE Building Blocks series concludes with the building block, “Emotional Growth”, and the Center for Excellence in Aging & Longevity (CEAL) celebrates the success of the inaugural Spring Symposium. Additionally, we explore resources and trends for older adults combatting social isolation through CEAL’s blog…