The relationship between early learning programs and families is critical. In many systems, family engagement is prescribed through home visits and checklists and observation protocols. The Wiikwedong Early Childhood Development (ECD) Collaborative in the Keweenaw Bay Indian Community has asked the question: How do we visit Ojibwe families in ways that draw upon Native cultural

4 Half-Days Level 1 Workshop October 13, 16, 21 & 23, 2025 9:00am – 12:30pm each day Pacific Time (SEATTLE) via Zoom Professionals who work with caregivers and young children (0-5) often see the need to support and guide caregivers in building nurturing relationships with children. Promoting First Relationships workshop gives professionals the knowledge, tools, and strategies

Promoting Maternal Mental Health During Pregnancy training covers issues critical to the development of the early mother-child relationship including . . . High-risk pregnancies Unresolved grief or loss Normal, typical course of pregnancy Domestic violence Women experiencing depression or other mental health disruptions Your fee covers tuition and all curriculum materials including two Promoting Maternal Mental Health During Pregnancy books, one covering Theory and Practice and

Register Here  When: October 14, 21 and 28 (9:00-12:00) *Note: This is for home visitors and supervisors who have at least 6 months of experience working with families

Washington Association for the Education of Young Children (WAEYC) Conference Date: Oct. 15-18, 2025 Location: South Seattle College, 6000 16th Ave SW, Seattle, WA 98106 More information on the WAEYC website.

In 2022, Apple Health policies changed to support developmentally appropriate mental health assessments for young children (MHAYC). But did these policy changes impact practice? Join HCA and the Department of Social & Human Service’s Research and Data Analysis (DSHS RDA) to hear about the results of an evaluation study to answer this question. The study

DCYF Indigenous Children, Youth and Families Conference Dates: Oct. 15-16, 2025 Location: Virtual More Information and Registration on the ICYF website.

What is a FAN Training?  Join Cooper House FAN Trainer Megan Jimenez for a brief introduction to the FAN (Facilitating Attuned Interactions) model and an overview of how FAN supports work with families. You'll also learn about the FAN training experience, and how the FAN model applies to both providers and supervisors. There is no

This presentation sheds light on the unique challenges faced by Black individuals and communities when it comes to perinatal mental health and grief. It will delve into the 5 stages of grief for Black people and highlight the systemic barriers and disparities Black people face in accessing mental health support. Register now.