April is National Child Abuse Prevention Month. Child abuse and neglect is one of the Nation’s most serious concerns -- and specifically a concern in New Mexico, where child well-being has ranked 50th out of 50 for the last three years in a row. New Mexico has more children who experience adverse childhood experiences than any other state in the US.
Read MoreJoin New Mexico Child First and the Carlsbad Coalition to learn how programs like the Carlsbad Coalition is working to keep kids safe. The Carlsbad Coalition works with many community partners to build and strengthen the capacity of our community to create a safe, healthy, and drug & gang/crime free environment. Our goal is to mobilize community efforts to reduce substance abuse and gang activity among youth, and adults over time, in the City of Carlsbad and South Eddy County. Lets work together to promote a healthy, safe community and target risk factors that lead to substance abuse.
Read MoreTRAINING: Learn about the importance of early intervention services provided to children 0-5 with or at-risk for having developmental delays or disabilities, what you need to know, when to request help, how to sign-up, and more!
Read MoreThank you to Albertsons and their #NourishingNeighbors fund for supporting our mission with New Mexico Child First Network!!!
Read MoreNew Mexico Child First Network is proud to celebrate International Women’s Day and recognize and honor our ALL-WOMEN board of directors today!
Read MoreJoin Parents Reaching Out and NM Child First Network for a 2 hour clinic on special education where participants will learn about the evaluation and IEP process, advocacy skills, and communication strategies.
Read MoreChildren advocates say it’s time to reform the Children’s Code. “In conversations in our community, those who are advocates for children- it’s time to look at it, see where we need to make amendments,” said Senator Linda Lopez (D-Albuquerque).
Read MoreSocial Work Month in March is a time to celebrate the great profession of licensed social workers. The theme for #SocialWork Month 2021 is Social Workers Are Essential. Join us in thanking a social worker, today!
March is Women’s History Month and highlights the contributions of women to history and society. All woman should be celebrated, but it is particularly important to recognize women who have been in the child welfare system for their achievements.
Read MoreNew Mexico Child First Network is an organization dedicated to improving the lives of children in foster care. In honor of Black History Month, they are presenting a monthlong series of conversations and events geared towards elevating the conversation on raising Black youth in foster care and beyond.
Read MoreWe are hard at work in our efforts to improve foster care for those who are impacted by the system. There are several priority pieces of legislation we are following including: HB202, HB158, SB242, HB284, and SB395.
Read MorePresented by Pegasus Legal Services for Children, Lily Hofstra resident educational attorney, will present an overview on all educational rights every student in NM is entitled to, and answer any questions parents and care givers might have in order to best advocate and care for your child.
Read MoreThanks to a grant from New Mexico Foundation "Vecino, Neighbor Helping Neighbor Fund", New Mexico Child First Network is proud to present "DINNER IS ON US" Saturday, February 27th 2021.
Read MorePlease join Amanda Aragon and NewMexicoKidsCAN for a training and discussion on how to navigate overwhelming choices in education -- which, now, more than ever feels critical to individual student success.
Read MoreFEBRUARY 28TH, 3PM - 4PM
Film, discussion, and performance:
”R.A.W. Tuba”: The Power of Overcoming, Resilience & Determination
Read MoreLast year, we were able to donate 500+ books to kids in foster care through a partnership with First Book. This year, we are trying to double or triple that goal. Join us.
Read MoreTalk to or just listen to other foster parents as we explore current joys and challenges we are facing. Leave feeling understood and supported. Mingle with other foster parents in your area. Exchange information and make respite plans. This class is FREE for foster parents.
Read MoreJoin NMCFN on Tuesday 9 at 10AM for this training. The New Mexico Black Central Organizing Committee is working to pass the CROWN Act in New Mexico this legislative session. Panelists will discuss the history of race based hair discrimination, important considerations for young Black children and youth's natural hair, and the protections afforded them in the CROWN Act.
Read MoreNew Mexico Child First Network is pleased to bring this exclusive training opportunity presented by Facebook to help interested child welfare advocates learn directly from Facebook how to better utilize Facebook platform as an advocacy tool. To RSVP, please email maralyn@nmchildfirst.org
Read MoreMeet Abby Hills. Abigail is our new intern here at New Mexico Child First Network. She is a current student at the University of New Mexico, and is working toward graduating with a bachelor’s degree in International Studies and Spanish as well as with her Master’s degree in Business.
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