#ChildAbusePreventionMonth In this video, Dr. Julie Sweetland, senior advisor at the FrameWorks Institute, takes you on a guided tour of her timely and powerful new strategic brief, “Reframing Childhood Adversity: Promoting Upstream Approaches.” youtu.be/iv6WFGYSDaI

#AutismAcceptanceMonth Many people are struggling to maintain their mental well-being right now, however as those with autism are more likely to have a mental health diagnosis, it is imperative that we offer all the resources we can to them. Learn more: autism-society.org/stories/5-stra…

#SexualAssaultAwarenessMonth What is consent? Consent occurs when someone gives permission for something to happen. When you ask someone for consent, they need to know specifically what they’re agreeing to, so make sure what you’re asking is clear. nsvrc.org/saam/2021/prev…

#PreventionOfAnimalCrueltyMonth Every food purchase is a vote for how animals are raised. We have the power to show that there is no market for farm animal cruelty by picking meat, dairy & eggs from credible, welfare-certified farms. Learn more: aspca.org/shopwithyourhe…

#NationalVolunteerMonth What issues make you stop and think? What news stories make you want to DO something? When you walk down the street, do you see the effects of poverty in your community? Are the rivers and streams polluted? Learn more: pointsoflight.org/resources/pass…

#ChildAbusePreventionMonth I Can Find Help for My Family. Caregivers may need more than just a phone number. Caregivers whose concrete needs are met have more time and energy to devote to their children’s safety and well-being. Get resources: childwelfare.gov/pubPDFs/concre…

TONIGHT! April 29, 2021 from 6-8 PM Let's Talk, Part 4, A Virtual Community Conversation! Let's Talk Healing Strategies: Public Health Crisis, COVID-19, & Racism A Conversation with Black and Brown Males Ages 12-22 Have you registered? It's easy. eventbrite.com/e/lets-talk-a-…

#SafeSleep The safest place for your baby is in their own sleep environment without objects and on their back, in caregiver's room but not in the bed--Every Night--Every Nap--with Every Caregiver. portal.ct.gov/-/media/DCF/Sa…

#AutismAcceptanceMonth Friday night, March 27th, I told my husband, “If I get COVID-19 and have to be hospitalized, don’t tell them I have Autism.” read more of Carly's story: autism-society.org/stories/carly-…

#SexualAssaultAwarenessMonth It’s not always easy to know what to say when someone tells you they’ve been sexually assaulted, especially if they are a friend or family member. We encourage you to be as supportive and non-judgemental as possible. Learn more rainn.org/articles/tips-…

#PreventionofAnimalCrueltyMonth The safest place for an animal is in his or her home. Safety net programs provide alternatives to pet parents who may otherwise surrender their pets to animal shelters. Learn more: aspca.org/animal-protect…

#NationalVolunteerMonth Listen. Learn. Act to End Racism is a Points of Light initiative in partnership with Morehouse College that is designed to empower businesses, nonprofits and individuals to use their influence to fight against systemic racism. pointsoflight.org/listen-learn-a…

#ChildAbusePreventionMonth At Prevent Child Abuse America, we work hard to realize our vision of a world where all children grow up happy, healthy, and prepared to succeed in supportive families and communities. Learn more: preventchildabuse.org/what-we-do/

A Conversation with Vice President Kamala Harris & Commissioner Vannessa Dorantes. "I've been really looking forward to this," Vice President Kamala Harris said to me as we exchanged a socially distanced forearm bump. "We've been talking about you." More: portal.ct.gov/DCF/SPOTLIGHT/…

#SpotlightOnWhatsRight DCF and DOAG Partner to Prevent Child Abuse and Animal Cruelty. People who hurt animals do not stop with animals and there is mounting evidence that a connection between animal cruelty and human violence exists. Learn more: portal.ct.gov/DCF/SPOTLIGHT/…

Don’t Let Transportation Stop You From Getting the Vaccine! Call the Vaccine Appointment Assistance Line TODAY (877-918-2224 ) to schedule your COVID vaccine appointment AND get connected with a ride to and from your appointment.

#fostercareawarenessmonth Raised in the Connecticut foster care system, Sixto Cancel is on a national mission to change the narrative for all youth in care. An exceptional young man, determined to make a difference! Join the conversation: eventbrite.com/e/virtual-disc…