Latest News in the Field and Abroad
Listed on this page are a collection of the latest news stories in the field, including those by the National Federation, its chapters and partner organizations. We'll be updating this quite frequently to keep you up to date on what's going on in teh field so check back regularly. If you are a registered member and would like to add a story, job posting or other newsworthy item, please email Corey Brown at cbrown@ffcmh.org.
It is with heartfelt sadness that we report the passing of Mareasa Isaacs, Ph.D., on August 26, 2012. Mareasa was a pioneer in the field of cultural competence and a national expert on issues impacting African American children and families. Our partner, the Children's Mental Health Network, has a ...
It is with a very heavy heart that we inform you that Tricialouise Gurley, Youth MOVE National Founding Board Member, passed away this morning (August 3, 2012) in her home in Montreal, Canada. She passed from an unexpected medical emergency.
Tricia was 30 years young, was recently married to John Millard, and was transitioning from Baltimore, MD to Montreal. Tricia most recently worked...
Kristin Melton, Mrs. Midwest International 2012, has a variety of experiences in the field of mental health. Her most recent includes being a parent of a child with a diagnosis of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder and Oppositional Defiant Disorder — which has only intensified the passion she already had for educating communities about disorders and reducing the stigma that surrounds it...
Today the Supreme Court voted to uphold the Affordable Care Act. This ruling means that the Affordable Care Act was upheld as constitutional. No matter what side of the debate you are on, we can agree many provisions within this law will have a great and positive impact on the lives of our children, youth, and families.
There are several key mandates and provisions found in this law...
The Idaho Federation of Families has released their newsblast for the month of June.
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Listed below are upcoming events in the field. If you are a registered chapter, state organization and/or partner and would like to add your event, please email Corey Brown at cbrown@ffcmh.org.
The National Technical Assistance Center for Children’s Mental Health at Georgetown University is
