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Signing of HB 157 a Moment to Celebrate

Political figures and child care leaders gathered.  Key players in the child welfare arena and doctors celebrated.  Citizen volunteers and policy wonks applauded as well.  Everyone came together today in Louisville to cheer on the ceremonial signing of HB 157 by the Governor. HB 157, sponsored by Representatives Addia Wuchner (R) and Susan Westrom (D), ensures doctors receive vital training to help them know the early signs of child abuse.  It is part of a mosaic of wins around the issue of child abuse.  The progress began almost two years ago when the Governor heard advocate calls and established – through Executive [...]

By |2014-04-29T17:48:04-04:00April 29th, 2014|Blog, Child Welfare & Safety|
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New KET Production Examines Raising Emotionally Healthy Children

We all want our children to grow up to be happy, secure, healthy adults. But how much do we know about how that actually happens? Research on brain development shows that positive early experiences are critical for long term mental and physical health. When young children do not receive proper nurturing, or they experience trauma or constant stress, it can have serious repercussions for their development. Dr. Terry Brooks appears in a new KET Special Report, Safe and [...]

By |2014-04-24T10:04:29-04:00April 24th, 2014|Blog, Child Welfare & Safety, Health|
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Children Won in the 2014 KY General Assembly

The 2014 Kentucky General Assembly wrapped up late last night. The day after, a review of the action taken by legislators in Frankfort this year shows major accomplishments for Kentucky children. Thank you to the many bill sponsors, leaders on budget issues, Governor Beshear, President Stivers, Speaker Stumbo, other members of House and Senate leadership, and all legislators that helped make these accomplishments possible! What do these wins mean? SB 176, sponsored by Senator Denise [...]

By |2014-04-16T14:54:12-04:00April 16th, 2014|Blog, Child Welfare & Safety, Economic Security, Education, Health, Youth Justice|
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If you missed KY Gives Day – You can still Make a Difference

Yesterday, April 9, was KY Gives Day. It was a day when people stepped up to invest in non-profits all across the Commonwealth, and we thank everyone who gave to Kentucky Youth Advocates (KYA) yesterday. If you missed KY Gives Day, you can still make a donation to KYA today or any day at https://kyyouth.org/donate/. Children often don’t have a voice in decisions made by our policymakers, and your support will help make sure Kentucky Youth Advocates can continue [...]

By |2014-04-10T08:00:35-04:00April 10th, 2014|Blog, Child Welfare & Safety, Economic Security, Education, Health, Youth Justice|
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Together, We Can Make Kentucky a Better State to be a Kid

By: Rebecca Ghent, 2013-2014 KYA Intern Every child in this state should have a chance to succeed.  A lot of people are committed to making that idea a reality.  As a social work student, I have had the opportunity to see the varied efforts of many people hard at work.  I have seen it in people working in schools, in lawyers working with refugees and immigrants, and now at Kentucky Youth Advocates.  I have met [...]

By |2014-04-09T15:20:42-04:00April 9th, 2014|Blog, Child Welfare & Safety, Economic Security, Education, Health, Youth Justice|
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Face It: One Year Later, Still Going Strong

Today, hundreds of Louisvillians gathered at the Big Four Bridge for the Rally to End Child Abuse, hosted by Face It partner, Family and Children’s Place. The event highlighted ways that we can all help to end child abuse. Parents, neighbors, friends, teachers, coaches, everyone – each of us is the face that ends child abuse. It reminded me of one year ago when the Face It® Movement officially launched on April 9, 2013. At [...]

By |2014-04-08T15:00:47-04:00April 8th, 2014|Blog, Child Welfare & Safety|
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The Passage of SB 176 Helps Real KY Families

As many of you who follow Kentucky Youth Advocates’ blog know, kinship families in Kentucky saw a major win in this year’s General Assembly with passage of Senate Bill 176, sponsored by Denise Harper Angel.  SB 176 allows a relative caregiver to complete an affidavit, under penalty of perjury, stating that they are the primary caregiver of the child, and then by presenting the form they can authorize health care treatment, educational services, and school enrollment. [...]

By |2014-04-02T15:38:59-04:00April 2nd, 2014|Blog, Child Welfare & Safety, Education, Health|
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Change Kids’ Lives by Supporting Kentucky Youth Advocates on KY Gives Day

On April 9, 2014, our community will come together for KY Gives Day, and we need YOU to join us. It's 24 hours of unprecedented nonprofit giving-and it's your chance to make a real difference, right here in our community. Children often don't have a voice in decisions made by our policymakers, and your support will help make sure Kentucky Youth Advocates can continue to be THE independent voice for Kentucky kids. This is YOUR chance to make a real difference for [...]

By |2014-04-02T14:29:21-04:00April 2nd, 2014|Blog, Child Welfare & Safety, Economic Security, Education, Health, Youth Justice|
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April is Child Abuse Prevention Month

It’s finally April! I’ve been looking forward to this day since New Year’s, but not just because it (hopefully) means warmer weather is here to stay. April marks an obvious time of new beginnings and fresh starts. It’s a month full of hope and potential which makes it the perfect choice for National Child Abuse Prevention Month. The Face It® Movement, in partnership with many community agencies, would like to invite you to several events [...]

By |2014-04-01T12:34:27-04:00April 1st, 2014|Blog, Child Welfare & Safety, Health|
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