Awareness of concrete strategies to improve parenting and child development helps to strengthen families and increase protective factors for children. As part of their Protective Factors Series, California Training Institute (CalTrin) is holding a "Knowledge of Parenting and Child Development" session to help build everyday strategies and share resources for both providers and families. Register and learn more below.
Social Policy Institute SDSU School of Social Work
高等教育
San Diego，CA 658 位关注者
The Social Policy Institute (SPI) is a nonprofit affiliate of the School of Social Work at San Diego State University.
关于我们
The Social Policy Institute (SPI) is a nonprofit affiliate of the School of Social Work at San Diego State University. The mission of SPI is to be a dynamic catalyst for improving the community’s well-being by bridging academia and community knowledge through training, technical assistance, program design, research, advocacy, and collaboration. At the Social Policy Institute, we believe that community members should have access to the services, supports and resources necessary to actively participate, experience a sense of belonging, and have opportunities to achieve their aspirations. However, we know that no one “system” has the mandate, resources or reach to address both individual/family issues and the larger social problems that exacerbate adverse consequences such as poverty, racism, inadequate housing/homelessness, poor schools, crime, and racial and ethnic disparities. We know that services are most effective when everyone is involved – from the policymakers to front-line staff to the communities they serve. Unfortunately, health and human services agencies are not always informed by key stakeholders’ perspectives. In order to strengthen engagement and collaboration, we apply human-centered design methods, project planning and systems thinking at both the service delivery and policy-making levels. Our team of Social Service Researchers, Designers, and Strategists work closely with government and nonprofit agencies to identify needs, frame goals, conduct research, prototype new service programs, and plan and support implementation. We are committed to developing desirable, feasible and viable improvements that increase well-being, improve the bottom line, and foster better lives for individuals, families and communities across the State.
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https://www.sdsusocialpolicyinstitute.org/
Social Policy Institute SDSU School of Social Work的外部链接
- 所属行业
- 高等教育
- 规模
- 2-10 人
- 总部
- San Diego，CA
- 类型
- 教育机构
- 领域
- Social work、Family strengthening、Human-centered design methods、Project planning、Systems thinking、Age friendly、Evaluation、Applied research、Child welfare、Human service agencies、Training、Project support、CQI、Older adults和Policy
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6505 Alvarado Road
Suite 209
US，CA，San Diego，92120
Social Policy Institute SDSU School of Social Work员工
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Angelica Oberleithner
Experienced non-profit leader, passionate about early childhood, public policy, and child, family, and community well-being.
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Judy Webber
Consultant
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Lori Clarke
Director @ Social Policy Institute SDSU School of Social Work | Systems Design, Public Speaking
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Jakob Schmall
Quality Improvement Coordinator, Social Policy Institute at SDSU
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As part of Women's History Month this March, SPI is proud to join in SDSU's recognition of the women who shape our present and future across our campus and in our communities, and to continue to strive for equality and empowerment. This Friday, the Women's Resource Center (WRC) at SDSU is turning 10! Join the WRC from 2-4PM to celebrate together alongside a photo booth, activities, and refreshments. Also, click here to get involved in the variety of events and activities happening around campus this month: https://buff.ly/BlNW1C0 #Women'sHistoryMonth
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What better time in the history of Health and Human Services than to enter a career building Wellness Systems? The Live Well Center for Innovation and Leadership is holding a Health and Human Services Careers Week March 24-26! Please share with all students and alumni who are interested in engaging with professionals in the field and learning valuable resume and application skills. Some sessions require registration: https://qr1.be/E5L0
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This March, SPI is joining our partners in the celebration of Social Work Month to lift up all social workers on our team, and in our SDSU and statewide community! From advocating for vulnerable communities to providing vital support in times of crisis, social workers are at the heart of making positive change in our society. This year's theme of compassion and action encourages us to take a pause and recognize their contribution to creating lasting impact, keeping families strong, and improving the well-being of communities. Your hard work and dedication doesn't go unnoticed. #SWMonth2025 #CompassionPlusAction Also, check out and share our latest blog post to explore how investing in workforce programs can help support staff facing financial barriers and address the polycrisis affecting students and social workers: https://buff.ly/IrfhhIr
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The SPI team was elated to spend the day with a large group of parent, community, & public system partners in Ventura County for the 2025 Statewide Prevention Convening. Robert Sege's keynote on?the HOPE - Healthy Outcomes from Positive Experiences Framework?was inspiring, followed by?local work?engaging in an interactive review of the Integrated Core Practice Model (ICPM) and how it aligns with HOPE.?Additionally, our team engaged in?a simulation activity co-designed with parent partners, Central California Training Academy (CCTA) staff and consultants, to directly inform the Community Pathway Design in Ventura County. Where?did you spend the Prevention Convening? What were your takeaways?
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Many dynamic tools exist to help the child and family workforce connect with families and support them in an individualized way. One example are best practice "lenses" for which to approach a family with and to help meet their needs, which include utilizing trauma-informed care and cultural proficiency. In the first of a new Workforce Knowledge to Action series developed by SPI MWS Intern Claire Grimes, we explore the most impactful tools for family strengthening across the child and family field. Take a look at the series over on our blog https://buff.ly/3ESOrrC
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The 2025 Statewide California Prevention Convening is next week, February 26-27. Preview the agendas for Day 1 and 2 below, with sessions highlighting "Authentic Community Well-being Through Authentic Collaboration." Don't miss the keynote on Day 2 with SPI partner Dr. Bob Sege, developer of the HOPE Framework! Register here: https://buff.ly/49Nwk1E
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During times of difficulty, staying connected to our communities and supporting one another is crucial. Debriefing with peers and loved ones is an effective way to process traumatic events, think about how to distress, and manage emotions. In a webinar training tomorrow, February 13th 10AM PT, CalTrin will be providing participants with debriefing tools useful for child and family serving systems to help process trauma. This includes identifying trauma-informed approaches and group practices. CEUs are available for this session. Click here to learn more and register:
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Financial difficulties play a significant role in workforce engagement for nonprofits serving children, youth, and families. In a new blog by SPI Associate Margo Fudge, this connection is highlighted through a CalNonprofits survey which reveals that over half of the participants' employment status is impacted by their student debt. Those with the highest levels of debt were also disproportionately found to be people of color. Ensuring that our workforce is poised to lift up it's workers must be a purposeful goal for nonprofits. CalNonprofits identifies several actionable recommendations for organizations looking to mitigate these challenges, including promoting awareness about Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program, among others. Read the full blog post and recommendations here: https://buff.ly/4hGDzv2
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The challenges facing children and families today are profound—from rising poverty rates and child care struggles to disparities in opportunity and health. Child Trends' has shared 8 trends about children and families, and how important it will be this upcoming year to take action on these insights. Our team hopes to highlight these trends to inform and refocus our efforts in 2025 throughout our projects. View a snapshot of them below, and visit Child Trends' website for the full picture: https://buff.ly/3DIxG1I 1. Rising poverty 2. Limited opportunities for children of color 3. Child care funding limitations 4. Kinship care growth 5. Maternal and infant health worsens 6. Increasing number of LGBTQ-identifying young people 7. Cyberbullying impacts almost half of teens 8. Youth are increasingly using AI