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Taking The Challenge

Speaking for Kids
February 27, 2014 – This week, young people who are currently being served by the foster care system and those who were formerly served by that system, gathered to share…

Child Care Realities

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February 19, 2014 – This month marked the end of my maternity leave and the start of Lennon’s time in child care.  As a mom whose day job focuses on…

Raising Our Voices in 2014

Speaking for Kids
January 24, 2014 – With the holiday season behind us, the 2014 election season will soon take center stage. Unfortunately the future of children, youth and families in Michigan often…

Information for Action

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December 17, 2013 – It is that time of year again.  No, I’m not talking about snow, ice or family gatherings.  I’m talking about comprehensive county-level information about children and…

Seventeen Years of Expert Testimony

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December 16, 2013 – Decision-makers gathered last week, representing the Governor’s Office, a bi-partisan group of 17 members of the Michigan Legislature, the State Board of Education, the Departments of…