One of the greatest contributors to vulnerability of children around the world is separation from the love, care, and protection of their family. Loss of parental care has many causes. For the millions of children globally who have been—or are at risk of being separated from their families due to poverty, disease, disability, abuse, or […]
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Caring for Caregivers: A Critical Component of Improving Childhood Wellbeing
FacebookTwitter Research and common knowledge both suggest that the most influential relationship in a child’s life is with his or her caregiver. A strong caregiver relationship can limit the effects of trauma, increase a child’s confidence and independence, and empower a child to explore life from a safe base. Therefore, caring for caregivers- and coaching […]
Empowering Caregivers: Practical Parenting Training (Adolescent Edition)
FacebookTwitter Research and common knowledge both suggest that the most influential relationship in a child’s life is with his or her caregiver. A strong caregiver relationship can limit the effects of trauma, increase a child’s confidence and independence, and empower a child to explore life from a safe base. However, for OVC and their caregivers, […]
The Church as a Partner in Biological Family Reunification in Foster Care
While it is true that a number of children entering foster care will not be able to return home, the goal for the majority of them is to reunify with their birth families. In this webinar we will explore how foster families, churches and organizations can play a vital role in the reunification process. Presenters: Herbie […]