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April 9, 2025​​

Strengthening Mental Health Resilience for Family Support Workers

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Family support workers play a critical role in strengthening families and communities. However, the nature of their work often exposes them to heightened stress, secondary trauma, and emotional exhaustion. This webinar will introduce practical strategies to build mental health resilience, including mindfulness techniques, self-reflection activities, and coping mechanisms to foster long-term well-being.

​Presenters:​

  • Brenda McChesney, Co-Executive Director, National Family Support Network, Way of the Happy Woman Coach, and Meditation Instructor

  • Dr. Manoj Krishna, CEO and Founder of Happier Me

Moderator:​

  • Brenda McChesney, Co-Executive Director, National Family Support Network 

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January 31, 2024

Here’s Where to Find That: An Overview of NFSN Resources
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What existing and new resources are available through the NFSN to support the development of FRCs and FRC Networks?
This webinar highlights tools, resources, and guidance available through the National Family Support Network to support the development of FRCs and FRC Networks.  It includes an overview of the NFSN’s newly enhanced technical assistance program and a sneak peek at new training offerings.  

Presenters:

  • Brenda McChesney, Co-Founder & Associate Director, National Family Support Network

  • Julie Matusick, Senior Manager - Membership & Events, National Family Support Network

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September 23, 2020

Promoting the Power of Play for Family Strengthening

Co-presented with Families Canada

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Why is play important for children and their families?

This webinar highlights Canadian expertise and resources on the growing play movement.

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Presenters:

  • Kelly Stone, President and Chief and Executive Officer, Families Canada

  • Dr. Mariana Brussoni, Associate Professor, Department of Pediatrics and the School of Population and Public Health, University of British Columbia

  • Zindu Salih, Director of Operations, Families Canada

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September 27, 2017

Advancing the Field: Creating Local Dedicated Funds for Children, Youth, and Families

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What is a local dedicated fund for children, youth, and families?

This webinar provides an overview of dedicated public funding streams for services for children, youth, and families - what is possible and what it takes to get them enacted at the local level. Presenters detail success stories about creating funds such as the San Francisco Children and Youth Fund, and explain the steps and strategies in developing and passing a local funding measure.

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Presenters: 

  • Margaret Brodkin, Founder and Director, Funding the Next Generation

  • Elizabeth Gaines, Senior Fellow, Forum for Youth Investment

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