As we prepare for Child Abuse Prevention Month this April, SPI is joining our partners in highlighting the hard work of individuals and organizations all across San Diego and California. Our team is also announcing the launch of a new quarterly bulletin highlighting Wellness System and Prevention current resources and events. Additionally, highlights from our Navigating Change program’s Year 1 convening are now available. Additional…
August has been a month of building bridges through impactful partnerships to drive real-world change. Our team is excited to announce a new collaboration with SDSU’s Project Rebound to support formerly incarcerated students, featuring an innovative approach to juvenile justice reform centered on HOPE-informed solutions and TREC trauma-resilience. We’re also thrilled to welcome our newest SPI Associate, Marc Mannes, former…
During the 2025 Statewide Prevention Convening, Dr. Bob Sege drew connections between the Integrated Core Practice Model (ICPM) and the Healthy Outcomes from Positive Experiences (HOPE) Framework. ICPM is California’s Blueprint for systems and practice change, and many counties across the state are actively integrating it across their human services foundational training and evidence-based practices. A major part of the…
Financial worries are a potential hindrance to full engagement of staff and students in the workforce. Children, youth and families served by the nonprofit sector are counting on a fully engaged, authentic, centered, and innovative approach to receiving needed services and support. The Social Policy Institute is working to address barriers and strengthen the nonprofit sector workforce by helping organizations…
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.…
In the previous installment of our HOPE Building Blocks series, we explored the importance of safe, stable, and equitable environments. This month, we will highlight the Emotional Growth Building Block. Emotional growth involves increased understanding and ability to manage emotions effectively. It encompasses self-awareness, the ability to identify and label feelings, self-regulation, which is the ability to control reactions and…
This May, we recognize Mental Health Awareness Month and Older Americans Month as an opportunity to recognize the considerable impact of mental health on our loved ones, spanning all age groups from children and young adults to adults and older adults. Additionally, read the 3rd installment of our HOPE Building Blocks Series. Click HERE to view the full newsletter.
In the previous installment of our HOPE Building Blocks series, we explored Social and Civic Engagement, which emphasizes the importance of being an active participant in one’s community. This type of engagement builds empathy for others, encourages feelings of belonging, and leads to robust support systems. This month, we will highlight the Environment Building Block. Specifically, HOPE highlights the importance…