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Upcoming Events:
Leadership Coaching and Policy Discussion
March 25
This group explores current policy issues and supports leadership training graduates as they serve on decision-making committees.
Power of Presence: 200 Men Fatherhood Conference
March 27
This inspiring event is all about empowering fathers to take an active and intentional role in their children’s lives.
Supportive Coaching for Parents Supporting Other Parents
April 8
Join other parents for a monthly meeting and online gathering to coach and support other parents in any system.
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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Learn More About Families As Allies:

We Understand.
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.
Do you work with families?
Do you want to make sure your services are helpful?

Let's Work Together.
Are you a researcher, agency administrator or policy maker who wants to understand what would most help families and children?
From Our Blog...

A Big Shout Out to the Hinds County MAP Team!
Almost every county in Mississippi has a Multidisciplinary Assessment and Planning (MAP) Team, often known more informally as “Making a Plan” teams. State law designates MAP Teams as the single

Virtually Celebrate Mississippi’s Newest Parent Peer Support Graduates Friday, Mar. 20, 1:30-2 p.m.
Please come celebrate our most recent class of parent-peer supporters at our virtual graduation celebration this Friday, March 20, 2026, from 1:30 to 2 p.m. This class is eager to

Join Our Patient-Centered Research Discussion on March 24 at Noon
Do you think patients (or, in the case of children, their families) are the best people to decide the health outcomes that matter the most to them? We at Families
