Connections Spotlight — CCC&Y presents ‘Strengthening Families: Protective Factors’ and other no cost webinars

COCONINO COUNTY — The Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth has created a series of no cost webinars for professionals, parents and youth, to provide them skills that are needed now more than ever.

“Strengthening Families: Protective Factors —” We hosted this 1.5 hour webinar to ensure we look through a strength-based framework that is evidence-based, supports families and is prevention focused. This is for the community, as well as, professionals.

Trainer
Claire Louge, Prevention Child Abuse Arizona

Education Spotlight — FUSD Foundation launches new Micro-Grant program for FUSD teachers and staff. See more local, state and national education news here

BIG ANNOUNCEMENT! Our new micro-grants program for FUSD teachers and staff is here and the application period is open. Check out our website for more details on how it works. We can’t wait to see see the impact on FUSD students from all the incredible projects and programs these micro grants help bring to fruition. https://fusdfoundation.org/micro-grants/

2021 Resource guides available for cities across Coconino County

A variety of resource guides are available for cities throughout Coconino County to help families reach the resources they need during the Covid-19 emergency.

2021 Health and Welfare Resource Virtual Networking meetings in Coconino County

A variety of  health and welfare resource networking meetings are held each month in Coconino County. The meetings are presented in local restaurants, libraries, health care agencies and other locations where health professionals and representatives from a variety of governmental and non-profit organizations share information on upcoming programs and events that benefit the health and welfare of children, youth, parents and seniors throughout the region.

The following is a listing of some of those meetings. Please send any updates to frank@coconinokids.org

Connections Spotlight — CCC&Y — Let’s Hear from Youth! Youth Open Mic on Dec. 5

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth (www.coconinokids.org) is working hard to better understand root causes of trauma and promoting tools for resiliency. We know that social connection is a key protective factor for both youth and families.

During Covid, we began a virtual youth open mic. The purpose is to provide a safe space for youth to express themselves through music, art, poetry, theater, dance, photography, or cultural sharing. The event takes place the first Sunday of each month at 4 p.m. The next event is scheduled for Sunday, Dec. 5.