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Leveraging Whole-Family Strategies

OCSS celebrates Child Support Awareness Month and highlights whole-family strategies.

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World Refugee Day: Getting to Know Gen Z Refugees

Every year on June 20, the world recognizes World Refugee Day—a time when we stand with refugees and celebrate their resilience in the face of great adversity. 

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Celebrating Father’s Day

On behalf of the Administration for Children and Families (ACF), I wish fathers, father figures and other caregivers everywhere a Happy Father’s Day! Today and all days, we celebrate fathers and how they make a positive difference in child and family well-being.

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This National Foster Care Month, be the Champion; Support Youth Mental Health

For children and youth in foster care—who have faced adverse childhood experiences, separation from family members, and inconsistent support from adults—mental well-being is especially important. This National Foster Care month be the champion that values and supports their mental health.

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Doing Things Differently; Shifting from Cultures of Surveillance to Communities of Support

Observing National Child Abuse Prevention Month and emphasizing a prevention-focused approach to better support families that thrive. 

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November Is National Adoption Month

We know that every youth is different and that there is no “one” path to permanency. With high caseloads and unique barriers for every child, it can be difficult for caseworkers to see the path forward. 

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Hispanic Heritage Month

As we end Hispanic Heritage Month, I want to thank all who organized and participated in meaningful events and thoughtful conversations. It was a joy for me to be a part of various ACF, HHS, and White House gatherings that centered Latino culture, stories, and communities.

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Strengthening Pathways to Support for Survivors

Since 1989, October has been a time to raise awareness of the impacts of domestic violence and highlight the support available to those who have survived or are experiencing it.

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Celebrating Grandparents Day

Grandparents Day (September 11) is an opportunity to recognize and celebrate the important role that grandparents play in our lives. While we honor our grandparents every day, it’s important to take an extra moment to appreciate all the joy and wisdom they bring, cherish the moments we have with them and to create lifelong memories.

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