Publications: Seeds
of Promise
Protective Factors
Series 1 volume 1
Each
of the following families (in the following four articles) has allowed
us to share their journey, to hear of the risk factors that challenge
them, as well as the protective factors they build on as they try to
ensure a bright tomorrow for their children. Their stories are not unusual
- nor are they complete. As with each of us, they are learning as they
go, examining their own past, mustering the resources available to them
in the present, and looking to the future with a vision of what their
children can become. It's important for all families to know that they
are not in this alone, but are surrounded by others who understand that
an investment in the well-being of these children is an investment in
the future for all of us.
Enough
time' is the biggest challenge for McDonald Family
With
three kids under age seven and two full-time jobs, Beth and Jim McDonald
have their hands full taking care of their kids. A strong marriage bolstered
by "brutal honesty and complete trust" and a commitment to a 50/50 partnership
allows them to meet most of the demands of their young family and ensure
their
kids have what they need to succeed.
American
Indian Heritage
Being
in balance allows me to be a good parent," says Wanda Shell Track Wanda
Shell Track has met and conquered many challenges along her parenting
journey. She's faced being forced as a child to leave her family and
American Indian heritage, losing her own children while struggling with
alcoholism, and learning how to break free of abusive relationships.
Treena
Tims finds single parenting a balance of dependence and independence
Mentoring
can be contagious
During
the summer 1994 program, Franklin caught the eye of Seeds photographer
Kate Maxwell Williams.She mentored Franklin and 14 other teens as part
of a youth program in connection with the Carrie Mae Weems exhibition
at the Walker.
Researchers
agree on what kids need to succeed
Nurturing
Seeds of Promise
Simple
things we can all do to make our world a better place for kids.
Resources
to reinforce protective factors
Biographies
of Contributors
