Why support parents?
Parent Needs
“Parents have to be at the heart of our work because they are key to the prevention of child abuse.”
Roger Sherman
Executive Director, Idaho Children’s Trust Fund
In Wyoming, we want to be sure parents have access to the resources and support they need. There are many ways to support individuals in their journey of parenthood, but one way is to focus on protective factors that they may be already implementing in their lives. Wyoming Children's Trust Fund and the Children's Trust Fund Alliance supports those who support parents. Child abuse and neglect can be prevented, and making parents a priority is a great start.
The S.T.O.R.Y. campaign (below) comes from Children's Trust Fund Alliance "Partnering with Parents" initiative. Follow the link for more information!
PROTECTIVE FACTORS: S.T.O.R.Y.
Seek Social Connections
Teach Knowledge of Parenting and Child Development
Teach Knowledge of Parenting and Child Development
Social connections means focusing on self-care so you are the best version of YOU, seeking motivation and working opportunities, and partnerships!
Teach Knowledge of Parenting and Child Development
Teach Knowledge of Parenting and Child Development
Teach Knowledge of Parenting and Child Development
Knowledge can be learned through shared moments, exploring mistakes, and opportunities to teach and know more.
Offer Concrete Support in Times of Need
Teach Knowledge of Parenting and Child Development
Offer Concrete Support in Times of Need
Asking for help, leaning on early intervention and prevention supports, and building relationships are all strengths that parents can build and lean on.
Recognize Resilience
Yield Social and Emotional Competence of Children
Offer Concrete Support in Times of Need
Become resilient by recognizing the value in EVERYONE. Embracing diversity, setting aside time for nurturing, and celebration are all parts of the resilience process!
Yield Social and Emotional Competence of Children
Yield Social and Emotional Competence of Children
Yield Social and Emotional Competence of Children
Storytelling, collaboration, playing games: socio-emotional competence is possible with some fun-filled activities.
Children's Trust Fund Alliance NPLM
Yield Social and Emotional Competence of Children
Yield Social and Emotional Competence of Children
The Children's Trust Fund Alliance has resources for all parenting support. Find them at ctfalliance.org !