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April is Child Abuse Prevention month, and NASW developed a Tips and Tools to prevent online harms to children and youth: bit.ly/4cp4D20

Consulting, Counseling, and Meditation with Rachel is happy to introduce Zephorah Benson as a spring social work intern. Zephorah joins us after spring break and plans to focus on supporting the self-care needs of professionals.

Mental health providers brace for state budget - Mississippi Today As legislators approach Monday's deadline to decide the mental health department’s next budget, the House and Senate haven’t included funding for many of the department's requests in their initial pro...

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Grateful to be acknowledged during Shalonda Carlisle,LCSW-S,M.S.,Ph.D. 's 31 days of social work impact during social work month. Honored to be highlighted among some of the most committed social workers I know.

#socialworkmonth #socialworker #yogawebreathe

Utah Bans Polygraph Tests for Those Reporting Sexual Assault A state legislator was moved to sponsor the bill — now signed into law — following a Salt Lake Tribune-ProPublica investigation that showed how polygraphs can retraumatize sexual abuse victims.

Impact is the good news of investigative journalism.

That's why I'm so proud of this: A Utah legislator was moved to sponsor a bill — now a law — after a @sltrib.com - @propublica.org investigation that showed how polygraphs can retraumatize sexual abuse victims. @jessicamiller.bsky.social

March 25, 2026 Yesterday Trump told reporters that Iran “gave us a present and the present arrived today.

March 25, 2026

UN calls for reparations to remedy the 'historical wrongs' of trafficking enslaved Africans The U.N. General Assembly adopted a resolution declaring the trafficking of enslaved Africans "the gravest crime against humanity" and calling for reparations.

The U.N. General Assembly adopted a resolution declaring the trafficking of enslaved Africans "the gravest crime against humanity" and calling for reparations. n.pr/4bLMaep

If you have federal student loan debt, here’s what experts want you to know Eventually, the changes will streamline the system and reduce the number of repayment options, but right now, trying to understand what’s happening is a little like staring into a bowl of alphabet sou...

If you're among the more than 43 million Americans who have federal student loan debt, significant changes are coming. https://to.pbs.org/3OzHr7W

Access to preventative services such as annual wellness visits, screenings, immunizations, and basic chronic disease management are key to ensuring our communities stay healthy. Together, we can ensure that every community member has these services available when they need them.

5 Tips To Starting A Meditation Practice For Beginners I remember when I didn’t know what meditation really was. “What am I actually supposed to do?” I wondered, as I sat dutifully in a position that was cutting off circulation to my feet. My research ...

There's a reason meditation has been practiced for thousands of years: it has serious benefits for your mind key and spirit #wellness #selfcare #meditation femmefitalefitclub.com/5-tips-to-st...

Voted today, and took someone with.

Did you vote today?

✨Great idea for a small room. Plants, tatami mats, aroma therapy, art…

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Maya Angelou didn’t just write about resilience. She lived it. She proved dignity cannot be crushed and hope cannot be silenced.

Still I rise. Always.

Poet. Author. Truth teller. A voice that taught generations how to stand back up.

Black History. Always. 🖤

#SheShed #Voices4Victory

BREAKING: The Department of Education has ended its directive that attempted to restrict diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts in schools nationwide.

This is a victory for academic freedom and education equity.

Facing meltdown? Over 75% of people suffer from burnout - here’s what you need to know Does it only affect weak people? Is work always the cause? Burnout myths, busted by the experts

Some helpful steps if you're feeling overwhelmed. "Burnout is a response to chronic stressors – a stress response.” This article helps to separate the facts from the myths.
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Trafficking is modern day slavery.

Believe survivors and support their recovery and healing.

Prevent trafficking today!

A group of Buddhist monks has finally reached Washington, D.C., on foot, completing a 15-week trek for peace from Texas apnews.com/article/budd...

I’m excited to serve as a presenter at the 24th Annual Mississippi Child Welfare Institute Conference (MCWIC 2026). I’m looking forward to engaging in important conversations around advancing child welfare through innovation and resilience.

#MCWIC26 #AdvancingChildWelfare #ChildWelfareInnovation

National Cancer Prevention Month