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Seen and Supported: Building Systems That Honor Every Family’s Journey

Archived Webinar
August 29, 2025
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She holds her newborn close, full of love, determination, and hope, yet navigating a system that often feels impersonal and fragmented. What she needs isn’t just a list of services, it’s a network of support that sees her whole story, honors her strengths, and meets her where she is.

Across the country, families with young children, especially during the critical prenatal-to-three window, are seeking support that’s not only accessible but also affirming and culturally responsive. Whether it’s a parent facing the challenges of newborn care and recovery, or an Indigenous practitioner building a trusted support network for her community, their stories illuminate what true family support can look like.

This webinar explored how systems can move beyond checklists and referrals to offer integrated, community-rooted, and relationship-centered support. We heard from parents, providers, and early childhood system builders who are reimagining family support through lived experience, cross-sector collaboration, and culturally grounded models that uplift families’ dignity and resilience. We explored what it means to walk alongside families—not just serve them—with care, connection, and commitment.

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History in Wisconsin: Who Was Missing and Why Is This Important?

Archived Meeting Resources July 24, 2025

We launched an engaging and transformative mini-series focused on the power of collaboration in shaping policies and programs that impact children and families. Parents, educators, community leaders, researchers, and advocacy leaders from across Wisconsin began sharing their stories about supporting systems change in early care and education. In this session, we discussed Wisconsin's history, identified who was absent from the conversation, and explored why their involvement is crucial.