CFACE Feature

Apr 30, 2025

The Developmental Importance of Outdoor Play for Children

Embracing the warmer weather as an opportunity for children to engage in outdoor play is not merely a seasonal pastime but a vital component of their holistic development. By prioritizing time outside, we support our children's physical health, cognitive growth, social skills and emotional well-being, laying the foundation for a balanced and fulfilling life.

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 14, 2025

Love Languages: Strengthening Bonds in Families

Understanding how family members give and receive love can deepen connections, strengthen bonds, and create a more supportive home environment. One powerful tool for this is learning about love languages.

Feb 12, 2025

Standing Together for a Fairer World: World Day of Social Justice

February 20 is the World Day of Social Justice, a day dedicated to advancing fairness, equality and opportunity for all. This global observance is a call to action, urging communities, organizations and individuals to work together to address critical issues such as poverty, discrimination, and barriers to education and employment.

Jan 27, 2025

Warm Up With These Winter Recipes

On a cold winter day, the best thing is coming home and making a delicious, warm meal with your loved ones. Cozy up this season with three delicious winter recipes: a hearty Tuscan white bean soup, an easy one-pot pasta, and the ultimate winter salad. These recipes are perfect for warming up, simplifying dinner, and adding seasonal flavors to your table!

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.

Dec 2, 2024

How the Use of AI Impacts Marginalized Populations in Child Welfare

As Artificial Intelligence (AI) becomes more embedded in everyday life, questions are starting to arise as to how AI will affect different aspects of society. Moving forward, we need to consider how AI use in child welfare (and other realms) is being monitored with human oversight to prevent bias and discrimination. Centers like EASE at NC State are crucial to ensuring that AI is embedded in an ethical and practical manner.

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!

Oct 7, 2024

A Call to Action to Change Child Welfare

The 2024 International Virtual Conference: A Call to Action to Change Child Welfare is being held October 7-10. This year’s focus is “Connecting Change Makers Around the World Working for Justice and Fairness for Children, Youth and Families.” This year, our Center's research scholar, Dr. Anna Abate, is leading two presentations: (1) Every Day is Father's Day and (2) North Carolina's Approach to Substance Use in Child Welfare: Utilizing Family Engagement.