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…