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Upcoming Events:
Girl Talk: A Purple Talk Table Event
April 26
This event is open to all women and girls who have experienced domestic violence or sexual assault and are looking for a community.
Walk a Mile in Her Shoes
April 27
April is National Sexual Assault Awareness Month. Join BBGDF by participate in a one-mile walk to raise awareness around the issues of rape, sexual assault and gender violence.
Autism Screening Day
April 28
Take advantage of this opportunity to support your child’s growth and development. Early detection can make a difference!
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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Do you get constant calls from the school about your child's behavior? Are you worried about your young child's development?
Let's Partner.
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Do you want to make sure your services are helpful?
Let's Work Together.
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From Our Blog...
Core Value: We Welcome All Families without Judgment or Blame
If you’ve been to the Families as Allies office in Jackson, you know that our core values are one of the first things you see when you walk through the
Monthly Policy Discussion: Federal Changes to Agencies that Serve Children and Families
We meet virtually on the fourth Wednesday of every month to discuss current policy issues and opportunities to educate policymakers and serve on decision-making committees. These meetings are open to
MSCCD Issues Alert About Federal Disability Program Cuts
The Mississippi Coalition for Citizens with Disabilities (MSCCD) issued an urgent action alert in response to a proposal circulating in Washington, D.C., that would drastically cut funding to key programs