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Start designing better surveys to elevate your research and deliver trustworthy insights for practice and policy. New to surveys or need a refresher? Join us for an hour on April 27.
www.ncfr.org/bettersurveys
April 1 deadline for #ncfr26 proposals! Show how law and policy shape families through your work in research, teaching, theory, or practice. ncfr.secure-platform.com/site
NCFR had the pleasure of bringing a delegation of NCFR members to Washington, D.C. Thank you to each congressional representative and their offices for taking the time to meet and hear about the importance of social science and Family Science.
NCFR members in D.C.
NCFR members met with members of Congress on Tuesday to promote the use of Family Science research in creating better public policy for families and ultimately a better society for everyone. #whyfamilyscience #familysciencematters #supportfamilyscience #whysocialscience
Ran into @gabbygiffords.bsky.social today while advocating for social science research funding on the hill with @ncfr.bsky.social
Such a hero! #endgunviolence
This week, NCFR members will be in D.C. to meet with legislators about the importance of supporting Family Science! Join us and share why Family Science is vital to helping every family thrive. #whyfamilyscience #familysciencematters #supportfamilyscience #WhySocialScience
Better Surveys, Better Data: A Practical Guide for Researchers
Design surveys that deliver real insights: craft unbiased questions, select representative samples, and boost participation across diverse family groups. Come to our 4/29 webinar to get a clear roadmap for producing trustworthy data that shapes family research & policy. www.ncfr.org/bettersurveys
Bring your research, teaching, and practice to the forefront of how law and policy shape families. Submit a proposal for hashtag#ncfr26 by April 1. ncfr.secure-platform.com/site
Family Life Education Month
Celebrate Family Life Education (FLE) Month
1. Send a Thank You to a Family Life Educator
2. Share a "Day in the Life" as an FLE student on social media.
3. Tell employers about the value of hiring Family Life Educators
#FamilyLifeEd. bit.ly/4qM0tW1
FR author Sothy Eng writes for The Conversation about suspension of U.S. family-based immigrant visas: tinyurl.com/5dcbd3fa
The FR research explored transnational older adults & their families: tinyurl.com/2wvd48x9
Research from @ncfr.bsky.social journals @jmfncfr.bsky.social & JFTR also featured.
Thank you, Florida State University, for being a Major Sponsor of the Certified Family Life Educator (CFLE) Reception at the 2025 NCFR Annual Conference in Baltimore, Maryland.
Thank you, OneOp, for being a Major Sponsor of the Certified Family Life Educator (CFLE) Reception at the 2025 NCFR Annual Conference in Baltimore, Maryland.
We are ready for the Opening Plenary of #ncfr2025 - Thank you to our plenary sponsor Human Development and Family Sciences at Texas Tech University @ttu.edu
Thank you to the Gold Sponsors of the Certified Family Life Educator (CFLE) Reception at #ncfr25 in Baltimore, Maryland:
• Annie E. Leibowitz Foundation
• Military REACH
• Mississippi University for Women
• Penn State Human Development and Family Studies
• Wilmington University
Are you a 2025 graduate? NCFR's Honors Student Recognition Program is accepting applications, whether you are an undergraduate or graduate student. Learn more about application requirements & apply: ncfr.org/honors
#classof2025 #ncfr #ncfrstudents
Access to #ncfr25 awaits YOU — One week left to apply for the NCFR Student Access Grant. ncfr.org/access-grant
Take a look at the presenter lineup for this year's NCFR Annual Conference. Meet us there!
Take a look at some of the amazing presenters joining us in Baltimore this fall. Will you be there — the 2025 NCFR Annual Conference, Nov. 19-22. Join us! #ncfr25
conference.ncfr.org
Apply to the CFLE Advisory Board today! Deadline to apply is Sept. 1
The Certified Family Life Educator (CFLE) Advisory Board seeks applications. If you have an interest in promoting and advancing the CFLE program, apply today! Applications due Sept. 1. ncfr.org/apply-CFLE-2026
#CFLE #FLE #FamilyLifeEducation
2025 graduates, apply to the NCFR Honors Program!
If you are a 2025 graduate (all academic levels), check out NCFR's Honors Student Recognition Program. Learn more about the requirements & apply today! #classof2025 #ncfr #ncfrstudents
Answer the NCFR Nexus call for articles today!
Learn more about the winter 2026 NCFR Nexus call for articles now! Explore later adulthood with us. ncfr.org/nexus#winter
#ncfrnexus #research #practicefocused #teachingandlearning
Register for NCFR 2025 today!
Join us in Baltimore this fall for the 2025 NCFR Annual Conference. Register today! #ncfr25
Apply to NCFR's Student Access Grant today
Family Science Students of Color, the Student Access Grant is still accepting applications. Learn more and apply ncfr.org/access-grant
The 2025 NCFR Annual Conference Early-Bird deadline is 11:59 pm PT on Aug. 14. Register now!
Join us in Baltimore this fall for the 2025 NCFR Annual Conference. Early-bird rates end 11:59 p.m. PT, Aug. 14!
Register for NCFR 2025 today, early bird ends Aug. 14!
What are you waiting for? Register for the 2025 NCFR Annual Conference today; early-bird rates end Aug. 14. See you in Baltimore!
The Certified Family Life Educator (CFLE) Advisory Board seeks representatives to support the advancement of the CFLE Program. Learn more ncfr.org/apply-cfle-2026
Apply to the Dawn Cassidy CFLE Special Recognition Award today
Recognize a notable Certified Family Life Educator (CFLE) with the Dawn Cassidy CFLE Special Recognition Award. Nominations due Sept. 1.
Family Science Students of Color, apply to NCFR's Student Access Grant
Family Science Students of Color, now is your opportunity to make meaningful connections with NCFR's Student Access Grant. Learn more at the website linked below.
Submit your article to NCFR Nexus today!
NCFR's new digital publication, NCFR Nexus is still accepting articles— answer the call today! Due date is Aug.1
#inauguralcall #teaching #learning #practice
Read the special issue of NCFR's Family Relations today!
We are thrilled to announce that Family Relations, an official journal of NCFR, has released its special issue with the theme "Artificial Intelligence in Everyday Family Life." Discover the impact that these technologies can have on families and relationships. #familyrelations #AI