Children/Youth

Like us, teens and tweens' behavior is driven by meeting needs for wellbeing. And, sometimes we struggle to understand their behavior. Here are some steps for having a conversation with your teen or tween that…

In 2016, Missouri Children’s Division and FFI, with the support of Casey Family Programs, convened seven Community Conversations across Missouri as a core strategy in improving outcomes for children and families. The input and energy…

As youth find their options diminished, youth may attempt to meet their needs for wellbeing in ways that can be harmful to themselves or others. Here are some steps to support youth in meeting their…

All people are hardwired for wellbeing — the needs and experiences universally required in combination and balance to weather challenges and have health and hope. Our access to wellbeing is particularly crucial during stress and…

For teens to get through these challenging times, it’s essential that they are able to meet needs for social connectedness and mastery. These are critical for wellbeing — the needs and experiences universally required in…

This toolkit was developed for the philanthropic community and other stakeholders interested in supporting long-term, sustainable change for people living at the intersection of poverty, violence, trauma and oppression. FFI created this resource through a…