Social-emotional development lays the foundation for children's ability to learn, build relationships and succeed in school. We will both work to understand why a parent/caregiver may prioritize their child's pre-academic skills (e.g. knowing colors, numbers, etc.) in the context of their social location and cultural contexts, and practice together understanding and explaining how strong social

PFR is an evidence-based home visiting program for parents and young children, birth to five. We use a reflective parenting strategy that supports parents in their unique relationship with their child. We use video observation to facilitate reflection and provide strengths-based feedback. We help parents see how they can support their child’s emotional health using

Join this one-hour virtual session focused on community centered co-design. Pathways to Progress Alliance and Hummingbird Indigenous Family Services will share their experiences co-designing tools with community. Sharing will include what their process looked like, what worked, what they learned, and the key takeaways from their experiences. Meet Our Panelists: We’re excited to welcome Mardiya

Every child and caregiver entering a new environment is asking the same question, often without words: Do I belong here? Do you see me?  This interactive workshop is for anyone who works with children from before birth to age five and their families. We'll explore intersectionality as a tool for seeing children and families more

The talk will present our affiliative neuroscience perspective on resilience, which contends that for young mammals, who are born with immature brains and require caregiving do develop mechanisms of stress management and sociality, systems that participate in bonding are those that sustain resilience.  I show how the biology of love and its core process biobehavioral

In our fast-developing technological and global society, Native children are exposed to a wide range of information, experiences, and relationships, which they can find intriguing or challenging or confusing. Adults must help children navigate all that they see and hear, and the questions that emerge. How do we engage our children in thinking about their

This training provides an introduction to the background, approach, and key concepts of DC:0-5™ and helps professionals understand the importance of developmentally appropriate diagnosis and early identification of mental health concerns. Participants will gain practical knowledge to recognize early signs of emotional and behavioral distress and make informed referrals when needed. Eligibility  This training is

What is the Supervisor FAN? The FAN is a mental framework and practical tool developed for professionals working with families. It helps you attune to the caregivers you work with, stay grounded, and deepens your reflective practice. It supports the parallel process and protects against burnout. The FAN is also an effective approach in supervisory