The OCCY chair, staff, and OCCY Parent Partnership Board Members attended the 2024 Children's Trust Fund Alliance Annual Meeting, joining leaders and advocates to explore innovative ways to strengthen families and protect children. Learn more about CTFA by visiting ctfalliance.org The event highlighted inspiring approaches to preventing child abuse, building community partnerships, and supporting families with the resources they need to thrive. Through collaboration and creativity, attendees shared ideas to create brighter futures for children across the nation. OCCY is proud to be part of this hopeful and impactful movement. #oklahomakids | #HopeInAction | #StrongerFamilies | #InnovativeSolutions | #brighterfutures
Oklahoma Commission on Children and Youth
政府管理
Oklahoma City，OK 1,164 位关注者
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In the early 1980s, a lawsuit was brought forward by seven teenage plaintiffs in the custody of the Department of Human Services known as the “Terry D. Case.” The lawsuit alleged instances of abuse and generally horrific conditions faced by Oklahoma children in state custody and cared for by institutions. Along with the lawsuit, local Gannett news aired a series of reports called ‘Oklahoma’s Shame,’ which helped lead to a massive change in the child welfare system. As part of these changes, in 1982, Oklahoma House Bill 1468 was signed into law and the Oklahoma Commission on Children and Youth (OCCY) was created to bring accountability and oversight into the child and youth service systems of Oklahoma. Programs within OCCY include the Oklahoma Child Death Review Boards, the Post Adjudication Review Boards, Freestanding Multidisciplinary Teams, the Office of Planning and Coordination, and the Office of Juvenile System Oversight. For more than 39 years, OCCY has successfully worked for the establishment of effective services, has been instrumental in the remediation or elimination of substandard services, and has helped create quality systems for children, youth, and families.
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https://www.oklahoma.gov/occy
Oklahoma Commission on Children and Youth的外部链接
- 所属行业
- 政府管理
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- 11-50 人
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- Oklahoma City，OK
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- 政府机构
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2915 N. Classen Boulevard
Cameron Building Suite 300
US，OK，Oklahoma City，73106
Oklahoma Commission on Children and Youth员工
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As part of the Youth Housing Development Grant, Tulsa and OKC partnered with young leaders who had experienced homelessness, ensuring their voices shaped real solutions. These inspiring youth took the lead at events like the Homeless Children and Youth Steering Committee Strategy Summit on 11/6, driving conversations and guiding efforts to create a brighter future for others facing similar challenges. In preparation, Graves and his team facilitated listening sessions with unhoused youth, parents, McKinney-Vento Liaisons, Head Start professionals, and community allies to capture the voices of those who mattered most. This wasn’t just about policies; it was about people. November is H.O.P.E. Month — a time to focus on Homeless Outreach, Prevention, and Education. Together, we’re building a state where every young person has the support they need to thrive. #EndYouthHomelessness | #CommunityImpact | #oklahomakids | Restorative Justice Institute of Oklahoma
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The offices for the Oklahoma Commission on Children and Youth will be closed on Monday, November 11, 2024, in observance of Veterans Day. We will reopen on Tuesday, November 12, 2024, at 8:00 a.m. For more information, please visit www.oklahoma.gov/occy.
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Strong families are the heart of thriving communities, and our recent Be Strong Families? training in Lawton, Oklahoma, was a powerful step toward that vision. Over two days, participants learned practical skills to strengthen family bonds and build supportive networks through Parent Cafe activities, engaging in meaningful conversations and sharing impactful stories. This training empowers communities across Oklahoma to create safe, uplifting spaces where parents and children can flourish together. #oklahomakids | #thrivingfamiliesok
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OCCY is excited to announce HB 3231 is now in effect, allowing homeless youth in Oklahoma to get a free, four-year state ID, empowering access to jobs, education, and essential services. This law is a big step towards security and self-sufficiency for youth in need. Learn more at https://lnkd.in/g7Qf4hZb ??? OCCY's Office of Planning and Coordination partners closely with the OCCY Homeless Children and Youth Steering Committee to address the unique challenges faced by homeless youth. Together, they work to develop impactful policies, like HB 3231, and strengthen resources that empower homeless youth with access to essential services, stability, and opportunities for self-sufficiency #oklahomakids | #thrivingfamiliesok | #youthempowerment | Service Oklahoma
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The Child Abuse Training and Coordination Council meeting originally scheduled for November 4, 2024, has been canceled. For more information, please visit oklahoma.gov/occy
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This November, join us in observing Youth H.O.P.E. Month. Youth H.O.P.E. — representing Homelessness, Outreach, Prevention, Education, and Empowerment—shines a light on the journey and resilience of young people facing the challenges of housing insecurity. Read the story at https://lnkd.in/gFb4ae4m This awareness month is more than a cause; it's a call to action. Every year, thousands of young lives are affected by homelessness, risking safety, mental health, and future stability. By focusing on outreach and preventive support, Youth H.O.P.E. Month emphasizes providing resources, creating safe spaces, and building hope for a better tomorrow. Together, we can give these young people a foundation of stability, respect, and opportunity. Let's work to ensure that no youth is left without a path forward. #youthhopemonth | #weargreenday | #lightthenight2024
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OCCY is thrilled to welcome Amoreena Killough, MPH as our new Cross Systems Coordinator within the Office of Planning and Coordination! With a strong background in public health and nonprofits, Amoreena brings a deep commitment to social equity—learn more about her journey on our website at https://lnkd.in/gDxfuXYr ? ? ? The Office of Planning and Coordination (P&C) at OCCY collaborates with public and private partners to improve services and support for Oklahoma's children, youth, and families. Through joint planning, community engagement, and initiatives like the Parent Partnership Board, P&C enhances health, education, and social services statewide resources. Learn more at https://lnkd.in/gSmidazy
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On October 24, OCCY brought some Halloween magic to the Trick-or-Treat with Rainbow Fleet event, connecting with families and sharing what we’re all about! We handed out candy, dressed up, and got to meet the people who inspire us every day to make a difference. Since 1972, Rainbow Fleet has been lifting up central Oklahoma, helping kids, families, and childcare providers thrive. Learn more about them at: www.rainbowfleet.org #oklahomakids | #communitypartnerships | #thrivingfamiliesok
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