Administration for Children and Families (ACF)

In January 1964, President Johnson declared war on poverty. Since then, OCS and the community action network have responded to the needs of communities and advanced economic mobility within every corner of our nation. Learn more about the Community Services Block Grant (CSBG) and how it helps support the large variety of services distributed by community action agencies by watching this video: https://acf.mobi/3V3a2mH Here’s to 60 more years! #CommunityAction #60YearsStrong

Let’s celebrate 59 years of Head Start success together! 🎉 Watch this short video to see some of the amazing memories that Director Garvin has made across the country visiting Head Start programs! #OHSDirectorDiaries #HappyBdayHeadStart

Young people know what programs and services they need to support their health and well-being. Involving young people in create these programs and policies builds their competence and leadership skills, supports self-determination, and builds their capacity to become independent adults. Supportive and caring adults are critical to helping young people become powerful advocates for their rights and individual decisions about their health and well-being. End of
Translation Join the HHS Office of Population Affairs (OPA) during National Adolescent Health Month™ (NAHM™) to learn how you can increase youth agency and engagement. https://acf.mobi/4dixIdS

Work affects both our physical and mental well-being—in good ways and bad. These impacts can be felt even more intensely by workers in helping professions—particularly those who are regularly exposed to the effects of secondary trauma. In this webinar, the OTIP and the Office of the U.S. Surgeon General will explore how we can together reimagine workplaces that are engines of well-being. We’ll discuss practical strategies to implement the five essentials of workplace mental health and well-being outlined in the Surgeon General’s Framework for Workplace Mental Health and Well-Being. We will also hear from organizations working to address human trafficking and other forms of violence that have implemented well-being programs for their staff. Learn More & Register: https://acf.mobi/3V2TECF #MHAM2024

Happy 59th birthday to the Head Start program! 🎂 For almost six decades, Head Start programs have been a beacon of hope, empowerment, and stability for children and families across the nation. Here’s to many more years of helping children and families succeed in school and in life! #HappyBdayHeadStart #CelebratingHeadStart

President Biden issued a proclamation on #JewishAmericanHeritageMonth where we celebrate the immeasurable impact of Jewish values, contributions, and culture on our Nation’s character and recommit to realizing the promise of America for all Jewish Americans. Read it here:

Young people must have equitable opportunities to build supportive, caring relationships that nurture their development, well-being, and future goals. Check out the projects in action to address the needs of youth transitioning out of foster care. #FosterCareMonth https://acf.mobi/47tbLFr

This video for mental health professionals features young people and families who share their experiences accessing and receiving mental health care. They share insights and tips for mental health professionals about creating opportunities to provide supportive and affirming care that empowers both young people and their families to be actively involved in their treatment plan. #MentalHealthAwarenessMonth #MHAM2024 ▶️:

For 59 years, @HeadStartgov has offered early learning and health support to America’s most vulnerable children and families. Let’s reminisce on some unforgettable milestones in Head Start’s history! Explore OHS's virtual timeline here: https://acf.mobi/3WBt3hv #HappyBdayHeadStart #CelebratingHeadStart

What exactly is persistent challenging behavior? How can coaches help staff address it? Coaches can use the ABCs to help staff understand why these behaviors might be happening. Check out this #CoachingCorner webinar to learn more: https://acf.mobi/4a4Xobj