Leading for Children

Today, Leading for Children celebrates 7 years of strengthening communities for children’s success with a thrilling announcement: the launch of our bold new branding! From the start, we’ve known LFC’s work is unique and essential. Continuous learning has led to refining our model, and with this comes a new look and feel. Our hope is that it will deepen your understanding of our story and collective work. While our visual presence and messaging is new, our mission remains steadfast – to strengthen communities by advancing evidence-based approaches where adults collaborate equitably towards positive outcomes for children. LFC’s Humanity First Model honors the wisdom and dignity of every adult who supports children’s development because we know that stronger adults = stronger children = stronger communities. We invite you to explore our dynamic new website at leadingforchildren.org to learn more and stay connected. Thank you for your partnership during our 7 years of growth and impact. Here’s to many more! Warm regards, The LFC Team #UniversalChildrensDay #LeadingforChildren #HumanityFirst #humanity #optimistic #earlylearning Music by: https://lnkd.in/ejc48k7 License code: YMOGXETKHUTPWXI9

Join us and the Humanity First community for our next National Conversation! Together, we’ll explore the power of stories to: ?? Invite Reflection:?Who are we? What values drive our "why"? What role do we want to play in our communities? ? Activate Us:?How do stories inspire us to take action and contribute to positive change in our communities? All are welcome! ?? Register at: https://lnkd.in/g9pH49uB #LeadingforChildren #NationalConversation #stories #storytelling #community #HumanityFirst #connection #earlychildhood

?? Have you listened to our latest podcast episode? ??? We spoke with three mother-daughter duos at different stages of life to explore how mutuality shapes their relationships. From navigating disagreements to building trust, they offer powerful moments of emotion and insights into their journeys of growing and learning together. ?? Listen now: https://lnkd.in/g22DQH8T #TheLeadingForChildrenPodcast #MutualLearning #MotherDaughterRelationships #Podcast #FamilyRelationships

Who are you bringing to tomorrow's National Conversation? ?? Together, we'll explore: ? Getting clear on the difference between optimism and positivity—while positivity tends to superficially paint over our struggles, optimism is rooted in authenticity and resilience. ? How we can preserve optimism during challenging times. See you soon! ???

Join us and our Humanity First community for a conversation about optimism in the new year on January 15th from 7-8 PM ET! Together, we'll explore: - How optimism is grounded in authenticity and resilience, while positivity tends to paint over our struggles and cause further distress. - How we can preserve optimism during challenging times. We'd love to see you there! Register here: https://lnkd.in/gSQER86y

Acts of humanity—big and small—can stay with us for a lifetime. ? Thank you to Terri Kosik, a committed member of our Humanity First community, for sharing your story and reminding us of the impact we can have when we choose to put Humanity First. Share your 'Story of Humanity' for a chance to be featured! ?? https://lnkd.in/gGYhcghk #HumanityFirst #StoriesofHumanity #leadership #earlychildhood #education

"Opening your mind and heart, activating curiosity, engaging empathy, and practicing kindness are, I believe, how we demonstrate respect to all people." ?? Our latest blog is available now! Read it here: https://lnkd.in/gw4FSeT4 #HumanityFirst #kindness #empathy #respect #equity #community #leadership #earlychildhood

??? ?? December's newsletter is here! If you're a subscriber, check your inbox for a new message from us. Not a subscriber yet? Here's how to join: 1. Go to leadingforchildren.org and scroll down to the footer 2. Enter your email in the sign-up field Then you're good to go! And in the meantime, you can read this month's newsletter here: https://lnkd.in/gGAQnxAX Let us know what resonates! #LeadingforChildren #HumanityFirst #humanitystartswithyou #newsletter #December2024

???Our latest podcast episode is LIVE! Listen in for a timely conversation on how kindness, empathy, and respect are among our greatest human strengths—and the values that ground the world we aspire for—for us, and our children. Listen to the full?episode here, or on your favorite streaming platform:? https://lnkd.in/g6_iEUPv #TheLeadingforChildrenPodcast?#HumanityFirst?#kindness?#empathy?#respect?#podcast?#leadership?#equity

?? #GivingTuesday is here! At Leading for Children, we believe that when adults thrive, children soar. This year, we’ve seen an urgent need for connection, resilience, and equity across communities nationwide. From California to Alabama, we’ve partnered with caregivers and professionals to strengthen their well-being and expand their ability to shape children’s futures. Today, you can help us continue this vital work. With your support, we’ll create even more opportunities for communities to come together, empowered, to build a shared future grounded in kindness, empathy, and respect. ? Let’s show the world what’s possible when we prioritize humanity and children’s well-being. Make your GivingTuesday gift here: https://lnkd.in/ewsJniWT #GivingTuesday #LeadershipForChildren #KindnessInAction #SupportChildren