The 2015 Legislative session was a big one for Nebraska’s children and families. Among the many bills that passed, LB 519 was signed into law — including for the first time in Nebraska, a definition of Expanded Learning Opportunity programs (which was…
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Be a friend to the children in your community: How friends and neighbors can strengthen families
Your circle of friends and neighbors is a powerful safety net for families. It can range from the close relationships you’ve had since childhood to the casual acquaintances who are in your circle by chance. Adults look to other adults…
Protective Factors for educators and service providers
Teachers, para-educators and other caregivers are the center of most children’s waking hours. While parents are at work, educators like you have uninterrupted hours of influence on the children in your charge. And because of your regular contact with parents,…
Everyone’s business: How the business community can strengthen families and prevent abuse
At first, the idea of businesses playing a role in raising healthy, stable children seems counterintuitive. But when you consider that working adults spend the majority of their waking hours at their jobs, it becomes clear that employers have a…
Protective Factor #6: Making sure kids are socially-emotionally strong
Saying that parenting is a tough job is an understatement. After all, “jobs” are supposed to end when you clock out. And you know perfectly well that being a parent is a round-the-clock proposition, where even the best parents make…
Protective Factor #5: Finding concrete supports for your family
Saying that parenting is a tough job is an understatement. After all, “jobs” are supposed to end when you clock out. And you know perfectly well that being a parent is a round-the-clock proposition, and even the best parents make…
Protective Factor #4: How parents can develop social connections that strengthen
Saying that parenting is a tough job is an understatement. After all, “jobs” are supposed to end when you clock out. And you know perfectly well that being a parent is a round-the-clock proposition, and even the best parents make…
300+ experienced the Pinwheels for Prevention Picnic
On Saturday, April 25, Nebraska Children closed out Child Abuse Prevention Month with a massive family celebration and educational event. The 2nd Annual Pinwheels for Prevention Picnic almost didn’t happen – early morning showers and a cool breeze almost shut…
Protective Factor #3: Parental Resilience
Saying that parenting is a tough job is an understatement. After all, “jobs” are supposed to end when you clock out. And you know perfectly well that being a parent is a round-the-clock proposition, and even the best parents make…
How to make Nebraska giving days work for you
May is a big month for nonprofits in Nebraska. This month, both Omaha and Lincoln hold their annual community giving days! These events were made popular nationwide about 5 years ago. Usually run by the local community foundation, community giving…
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