O Human trafficking of youth is defined as the exploitation of minors for forced labor or commercial sex and is increasingly recognized as a public health and social justice concern. In recent years, federal lawmakers have highlighted the importance of … Read More
Author Archives: Susan Shaffette
Organizing for Racial Equity Within the Federal Government
President Biden’s Executive Order On Advancing Racial Equity and Support for UnderservedCommunities Through the Federal Government presents a generational opportunity to bringthe full force of the federal government to the work of racial equity and justice. To realizeits potential, racial … Read More
Increasing Action & Awareness on Prevention of Substance Use Disorders and Positive Mental Health with Adolescents
This year the SAMHSA-sponsored initiative strives to: Get communities involved with implementing prevention strategies and showcasing effectiveness of evidence-based prevention programs Foster partnerships and collaborations with federal agencies and national organizations dedicated to improving public health Promote and disseminate quality … Read More
Making the Case for Intergenerational Programs
Provides rationale and facts to help make the case for intergenerational programs Making the Case for Intergenerational Programs is based on a comprehensive review of the literature on intergenerational programs and highlights evidence-based findings on how intergenerational programs benefit everyone. Download … Read More
Reinforcing a Strong Foundation: Equitable Supports for Basic Needs of Grandfamilies
The 2021 State of Grandfamilies in America Annual Report Download the press release Download the executive summary Download the full report Download the full report in Spanish Download the infographic Watch the recording of the event There are 2.6 million … Read More
State of Babies Yearbook 2022
Babies Are Born With Unlimited Potential The story of America’s babies has never been more important. The State of Babies Yearbook: 2022 makes clear that our nation’s systems have not ensured all babies have the supports they need to thrive. A nation … Read More
Children and COVID-19: State Data Report:
Powerpoint information as presented – recapping data from states on COVID-19. A Joint Report from the American Academy of Pediatrics and the Children’s Hospital Association: Summary of Publicly Reported Data from 49 states, NYC, DC, PR, and GU. Version: 5/5/22. … Read More
Promoting the Well-Being of Black, Native, Latinx, and Asian Youth Involved in Systems of Care.
This report examines the importance and multidimensional nature of well-being, in general, and the well-being of Black, Native, Latinx, and Asian youth involved in systems of care, in particular. Linking Systems of Care for Children and Youth Project. Center for … Read More
Shifting the Perceptions and Treatment of Black, Native, and Latinx Youth Involved in Systems of Care
The purpose of this report is to examine the nature and impact of distorted racial perceptions of Black, Native, and Latinx youth involved in systems of care; identify the ways in which these systems are failing them due to distorted … Read More
IDENTIFYING THE INTERSECTION OF TRAUMA AND SEXUAL ORIENTATION AND GENDER IDENTITY: PART II: THE SCREENER
NCTSN RESOURCE Resource Description Is intended for use with children and youth ages 7-18 and their caregiver(s). The screener seeks to highlight common risk factors and the critical importance of screening for trauma exposure, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and post-traumatic … Read More