Leveraging data to drive strategy and Impact
By Emma Ramsbottom, Learning & Impact Strategy Manager, Greater Twin Cities United Way Greater Twin Cities United Way leverages insights …
Read MorePosts about For Communities
Protective factors keep families strong
There are specific research-informed protective factors that help to keep families strong. In Minnesota, we are working to educate parents …
Read MoreA Qualitative Evaluation of Minnesota’s ACE Interface Initiative and NEAR Science Efforts
By Anika Reinsch, MPH candidate, University of Minnesota School of Public Health (2020) Since 2013, Minnesota Communities Caring for Children …
Read More
Child Abuse Prevention: Finding Support
by Ann Gaasch, FamilyWise CEO For many families, spring is the time to get our bikes ready. Bikes symbolize many …
Read More
What is NEAR Science?
NEAR Science stands for Neurobiology, Epigenetics, Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) and Resilience research. NEAR Science represents a paradigm shift in …
Read MoreUsing Acknowledgement to Empower Community Transformation
Even when we are doing incredible and transformative work it can be hard to see its power as we are …
Read More