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Powerful Insights from the Justice-Doing of Kin First Training

Families, in all the different ways they may look and function, are the foundational unit of love and security in our society and should be seen as the greatest resource for children to grow and achieve their full potential. Kin First and Family Finding practices are essential in how all professionals work with families, as they emphasize the importance of maintaining and strengthening familial connections.
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Why We Invest in Trauma-Informed Trainings: Top Three Reasons for Our Commitment

In recent years, the conversation around trauma-informed practices has gained significant momentum across various sectors, including education, healthcare, and social services. As stakeholders in our community, it’s essential to understand why we dedicate considerable energy and time to trauma-informed trainings.
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First 5 Mendocino Hosts Another Successful Children’s Mental Health Summit

We are thrilled to announce the incredible success of the State of the Child Summit, which took place on March 6 and 7 at the Ukiah Valley Conference Center. The summit brought together nearly 150 professionals, representing 42 different agencies, serving Mendocino County families to hear from renowned experts and speakers, including Tina Payne Bryson, PhD, MaryCatherine McDonald, PhD, Georgie Wisen-Vincent, and Gaelin Elmore, to address critical issues related to children's mental health and well-being.
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First 5 Mendocino Hosts Children’s Mental Health Conference

On March 6 and 7, First 5 Mendocino will host its annual two-day children's mental health summit, State of the Child, at the Ukiah Valley Conference Center, 200 S. School Street. The free event provides an opportunity for Mendocino County professionals who work with foster youth, foster parents, child caregivers, and community members to engage with nationally recognized and local presenters to gain valuable insights into children's mental health, trauma-informed care, and strategies for promoting resilience in children and youth.
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Press Release: First 5 Mendocino Champions Positive Parenting Awareness Month

January is Positive Parenting Awareness Month, a time to focus on educating parents and the organizations that support them about the vital practices, programs, and services that contribute to the well-being of families and children in our community – this is the work of First 5 Mendocino.
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