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Upcoming Events:
2025 Mississippi Early Childhood Education Conference
June 23
June 23-June 26, 2025
Experience the Mississippi Early Childhood Education Conference, one of the South's largest gatherings for educators and advocates, exploring the latest trends in early childhood development.
Free Summer Youth Leadership Camp!
June 23
Free Youth Leadership Camp for 11- 16-year-old at Christ United Church in Jackson, Mississippi, June 23-27.
Leadership Coaching and Policy Discussion
June 25
This group focuses on understanding current policy issues and also opportunities for leadership training graduates to serve on decision-making committees.
Is your child in crisis?
If you’re worried about the safety of your child or the safety of others around your child, the Mississippi Department of Mental Health has certified, 24/7 in-person crisis response services around the state that you can call at 1-877-210-8513.
You can also call 9-1-1 for emergencies.
Have a concern about your child?
If you’re a parent or someone raising a child and you have a concern, you can now call our Parent Concern Line at 601-608-7525 to get help and resources.
Issues with your child's school?
If your child has been sent home from school or you’re having other problems with your school or district, we have resources to help you learn more about your rights and people you can partner with to exercise those rights.
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From Our Blog...
Current Federal Proposals That Could Affect Your Family
This week, we are sharing information about proposed changes at the federal level that could affect your family. We want you to have this information so you can reach out
Tips For Talking to Policymakers and Lawmakers
There has been much news over the past few months about budget cuts and changes to government programs for families and children. Many organizations, including Families as Allies, have encouraged
Sharing Juneteenth With All of Our Children
This Thursday is Juneteenth, the federal holiday commemorating the emancipation of enslaved African Americans. While President Abraham Lincoln issued the Emancipation Proclamation in 1863, it wasn’t until June 19, 1865,