National Child Abuse Prevention Month recognizes the importance of families and communities working together to prevent child abuse and neglect and promotes the social and emotional well-being of children and families.
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Going crazy during COVID-19? Join NM Child First and “Twerkout by Lynnea” for our first ever “Dance the Sillies Out” Facebook live living room dance party!
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New Mexico Child First Network has partnered with First Book during COVID-19 to provide books for families in care in New Mexico impacted by this devastating crisis.
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Maralyn Beck, founder of the Albuquerque-based New Mexico Child First Network and a foster parent, said, “This possibly is the greatest and one of most important bills our Legislature passed in 2020 to improve the state of child welfare in New Mexico.”
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New Mexico Child First Network has brought together more than 500 families impacted by foster care. This week we have coordinated a 20+ person meal train for a grieving family in need.
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Holiday potluck! Join us!
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Save the Date for Saturday, Feb 1, 2020 to join us in Santa Fe advocating for Foster Care!
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One-hour overview and introduction into "Attachment Theory" and circle of security; and how it impacts children from hard places.
*NO CHILDCARE*
Please RSVP to Jane at 505-237-0061
Tis the season for the Heart Gallery of New Mexico Foundation's annual "Knots of Love" blanket party!
Inaugural HJM-10 Task Force meeting. This meeting will take place on Thursday, November 21st from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. The meeting will be held at: UNM Continuing Ed / 1634 University Blvd. NE 87131. The meeting will take place in Room 123
The Secretary and team at CYFD very much look forward to this meeting and to getting the work of the HJM-10 Task Force started.
Pegasus Legal Services for Children will provide a training on consent and confidentiality to healthcare in New Mexico; what the law means, and what it does not mean for youth 14+. Additional FAQs will include: education, living situations, etc.
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The meeting will begin with the short presentation on the Statewide Needs Assessment and Strategic Plan and a summary of Senate Bill 22 (SB22). There will be discussion to follow so that you, the participants can offer your input on early childhood programs in New Mexico (what's working, what are the challenges, and what you would like to see).
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Join us for food, friendship, fellowship, and fun!
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Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham has invited current families involved in protective services to her house for a fun, family-friendly picnic, Sunday, September 15th from 2PM - 4PM.
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The Children's Court Improvement Commission is seeking public involvement on their three various committees: the Juvenile Justice Committee, the Protective Services Committee, and the Legislative Committee.
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