Events

Apr 4, 2025

Sexual Assault Awareness Month (SAAM): Prevention, Support and Empowerment

Sexual Assault Awareness Month (SAAM) is a time to raise awareness, challenge myths, and promote a culture of respect and consent. There are several local events and workshops planned to promote awareness, provide support, and foster community discussions.

Apr 2, 2025

Child Abuse Prevention Month: Resources for Families Facing Abuse or Neglect in North Carolina

April is Child Abuse Prevention Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness about child abuse and neglect. Across North Carolina and in the Raleigh area, numerous organizations are committed to preventing child abuse, offering support services, and helping families create safe and nurturing environments for their children.

Feb 12, 2025

Celebrating Black History Month: Highlighting Black Advocates in Child Welfare

Each February, Black History Month offers an opportunity to honor the history, resilience, and achievements of Black individuals and communities. In the sphere of child welfare, Black advocates have played a crucial role in addressing systemic inequities and improving outcomes for children and families. It is a time to honor the resilience of Black families, acknowledge the contributions of advocates in child welfare, and recommit to addressing systemic inequities.

Jan 13, 2025

Spread Warmth This Winter With the Wolfpack Winter Coat and Clothing Drive

NC State University invites you to make a difference in the lives of fellow students and staff by participating in the annual Wolfpack Winter Coat and Clothing Drive. Running now through January 27, 2025, this initiative collects new and gently used winter clothing to provide warmth and comfort during the coldest months.

Nov 1, 2024

Election Day 2024: Casting Your Vote and Coping With Election Stress

Elections, especially presidential elections, shine a spotlight on the problems our nation faces. This affects citizens and can cause varying levels of stress. This article provides tips for coping with election stress. It can be difficult to stay politically engaged, but your voice is important!

Sep 16, 2024

Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month

National Hispanic Heritage Month is celebrated each year from September 15 to October 15. This is a time to celebrate the rich cultures, histories, and contributions of Hispanic and Latino Americans. Check out the free events that Raleigh is offering during Hispanic Heritage Month.

Feb 6, 2024

Our Center’s Newest Training Focusing on Unhoused Youth

According to the Youth Homelessness Overview from the National Conference of State Legislatures (NCSL), approximately 4.2 million youth and young adults in the U.S. experience homelessness each year, and it is estimated that 700,000 of these are unaccompanied minors (2023). Homelessness, including youth homelessness, is a significant and tragic problem currently facing the United States.…

Oct 28, 2022

Dr. Pennell’s Panels at the 2022 International Kempe Conference

Recently, Dr. Joan Pennell, the Center’s founding director participated in two panels and led one panel on her latest book at the 2022 International Conference: A Call to Action to Change Child Welfare. “Family decision making changing child protection” emphasized the importance of family decision-making in a time of global change because it can help…

Oct 20, 2022

CFACE’s Jeanne Preisler and Dr. Emily Smith Present at the Prestigous Kempe Conference

The Kempe Center hosted its 2022 International Virtual Conference: A Call to Action to Change Child Welfare from Oct. 3-6. This event created an opportunity to debate, innovate, and discuss transforming child welfare and to re-imagine healthy, restorative, and healing ways of working with children, youth and families. The conference boasted 8 keynote speakers, 150+…

Aug 11, 2022

Our Official Calendar for In-Person and Live Online Classes!

The Center for Family and Community Engagement and the North Carolina Division of Social Services presents the official in-person and online trainings for the remainder of the year. We are excited to go back to in-person trainings and provide our trainees with a safe learning and networking environment. Our trainings and materials are guided by…