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Recent Updates from Louisiana Supreme Court:
- Resolution 606 addresses anti-black racism and its impact on families in child welfare.
- Court Improvement Program’s CIP Cafe’ offers free, monthly educational opportunities for child welfare practitioners.
- Child in Need of Care Trial Skills Building Training for Louisiana Attorneys – Next Session is September 16, 2024 in Alexandria. Sign Up Now!
Important Information
The Relationship Between Resilience and Child Health Behaviors In A National Dataset - Health behaviors are responsible for a substantial burden of poor health outcomes across the lifespan, including mental health disorders, diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and cancer. In children, unhealthy patterns of diet and physical activity are associated with higher rates of obesity, diabetes, … Read More
Fatherhood, Family, And The Crisis Of Boys And Men - Scholars and think-tank researchers, as well as mainstream media and social media, increasingly focus on the “trouble with men.” This attention is well deserved. Wholesale economic shifts have hollowed out the secure, well-paying jobs in the middle of the economy … Read More
New Insights on State Kinship Diversion Policies - Defining Kinship Diversion Many families rely on kin — relatives and close family friends — to provide support in times of crisis or when a parent may need extra help. It is common for kin to step in to provide … Read More
Upcoming Events
Learn about Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD), Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and strategies to manage children with these diagnoses.
Traumatic events can happen to us at any age. When children and teens got through traumatic events that lead to PTSD, their reactions may be different from adults. Learn how to recognize PTSD symptoms in your child or teen.
Promoting Positive Change in Communities by Confronting Poverty
Louisiana CASA is excited to host our third webinar series. This series is brought to you in partnership with the Louisiana Children’s Trust Fund so we are required to ask participants certain demographic questions during registration. Once you register, an email will be sent to you that includes the link to join the webinar. We hope to see you there!
Youth Trauma and Resilience in Poverty
There are unique challenges faced by young individuals growing up in impoverished environments. From exposure to violence to systemic inequalities, this presentation will examine how poverty shapes their experiences and how, despite adversity, many youth demonstrate remarkable resilience. Our presenters will explore protective factors, coping strategies, and community support that contribute to their ability to thrive.
Child welfare system responses to families experiencing domestic violence (DV) and child maltreatment are based largely on the premise that children need to be rescued from the parent(s) who have “failed to protect” them. This understanding of the problem justifies “solutions” such as surveillance of families and mandated reporting, family separation, and coercive service and treatment plans. Well-documented race, class, and gender inequities are inherent in child welfare and its intersections with the criminal legal system, juvenile justice, immigration, and other systems of carceral control.
Given the history of child welfare and current mindsets and practices, it can be difficult to envision possibilities for transformation toward what many people around the U.S. are calling for – a child and family well-being system in which ALL children and families are valued. Yet some organizations are successfully re-imagining the system landscape and actualizing new ways of seeing, thinking, and doing! In this critical conversation, leaders from Safe & Sound, the Young Women’s Freedom Center, and Futures Without Violence will share their learnings.
Objectives:
This webinar will aim to:
- Energize activists, organizers, and systems actors & leaders to create a bold vision for supporting and empowering families and comm-unities to end family violence.
- Identify active ingredients & critical touchpoints for innovation within the child welfare ecosystem.
- Learn from the histories two long-established organizations who have evolved to meet the needs of impacted people.
Promoting Positive Change in Communities by Confronting Poverty
Louisiana CASA is excited to host our third webinar series. This series is brought to you in partnership with the Louisiana Children’s Trust Fund so we are required to ask participants certain demographic questions during registration. Once you register, an email will be sent to you that includes the link to join the webinar. We hope to see you there!
Promoting Family Economic Well-Being Beyond Poverty
Child poverty is rooted in decades-long trends of economic hardships among families across the nation. From the grassroots movement of United Ways, measures of financial hardships have emerged through the measurements of ALICE (Asset Limited, Income Constrained, Employed). Join us in discovering the impacts of United Ways’ data collection and the ALICE movement that promotes well-being for families beyond poverty.
Promoting Positive Change in Communities by Confronting Poverty
Louisiana CASA is excited to host our third webinar series. This series is brought to you in partnership with the Louisiana Children’s Trust Fund so we are required to ask participants certain demographic questions during registration. Once you register, an email will be sent to you that includes the link to join the webinar. We hope to see you there!
Child Academic Resilience to Poverty
Child poverty is a global issue, affecting millions of children worldwide. Children in poverty face unique challenges, but with targeted strategies, we can help them develop the resilience needed to thrive academically. Recognizing signs of distress, providing targeted support, and creating safe spaces where children feel valued and respected build in their ability to achieve academic success despite some family dynamics. Join us as we empower children to break free from generational poverty.
The 24th National Conference on Child Abuse and Neglect (NCCAN), sponsored by the Children’s Bureau, will be held April 1–3, 2025, at the Bethesda North Marriott Hotel and Conference Center in Rockville, Maryland. Innovative sessions will focus on developing ideas-to-action strategies that provide opportunities to exchange ideas and learn what works from community members and peers. The conference will also offer plenaries, workshops, posters, and exhibits, that highlight Children’s Bureau priority areas. So, mark your calendars now—additional information is coming soon. We look forward to seeing you there.
Promoting Positive Change in Communities by Confronting Poverty
Louisiana CASA is excited to host our third webinar series. This series is brought to you in partnership with the Louisiana Children’s Trust Fund so we are required to ask participants certain demographic questions during registration. Once you register, an email will be sent to you that includes the link to join the webinar. We hope to see you there!
Navigating Poverty Alleviation: Legislative Insights from Louisiana
Join us for an informative webinar as we delve into the latest legislative developments in Louisiana aimed at combating poverty. Together, we will explore how the Supplemental Poverty Measure (SPM) accounts for government assistance and its impact on poverty reduction, and we will highlight recent recommendations for budget adjustments and fiscal responsibility. The framework of sustained poverty reduction efforts will guide us to chart a path forward in poverty eradication.
Promoting Positive Change in Communities by Confronting Poverty
Louisiana CASA is excited to host our third webinar series. This series is brought to you in partnership with the Louisiana Children’s Trust Fund so we are required to ask participants certain demographic questions during registration. Once you register, an email will be sent to you that includes the link to join the webinar. We hope to see you there!
Building Community Engagement
Child poverty remains a critical challenge, affecting families across the nation. To create lasting change, we must come together as a community. Join us as we explore strategies, resources, and collaborative approaches that empower families living in poverty. Together, we can build resilience and foster well-being for children and their caregivers.
By registering for Generations United’s 23rd Global Intergenerational Conference held on June 25-27, 2025, you will have access to:
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Dozens of expert-led workshops in a variety of educational formats
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Four general sessions featuring high-impact speakers and thought leadership
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Session handouts and PowerPoint presentations
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Countless opportunities for networking and building face-to-face connections
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Access to Whova, a digital platform for managing your personal conference schedule and contacts
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Furthermore, our conference will connect you with an engaged network of over 400 of your peers. This includes professionals, educators, caregivers, advocates, and enthusiasts from around the world who are committed to learning, connecting, and sharing innovative practices and programs on a range of intergenerational topics including kinship and grandfamilies.