New school year – stay alert and keep kids safe It’s August, which means kids will soon be returning to school, many of them from families without the resources for
This year’s theme, “Leave No Child Behind in the Fight Against Human Trafficking,” highlights the campaign to urge accelerated action to end child trafficking. One in three trafficked persons is
Saint Francis Ministries’ Advocacy Team helped make history in May with the passage of the SOUL Family Option, making Kansas the first state in nation to adopt the permanency option
Today, as we approached the final days of the Saint Francis Ministries Harry Street Office, I was deeply moved by the unwavering dedication of our Sedgwick County team. The transition
A condition often connected to war veterans, PTSD, can develop in anyone, at any age or in any life situation. According to the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, “Some factors
It’s officially summer, which means we’re all spending more time outdoors – in the sun, in the water, and in the heat. That’s why we need to remain especially attentive
June is National Reunification Month. We celebrate it because even though Saint Francis Ministries provides foster care services, we work hard to help families heal so their children can safely
According to the Human Rights Campaign, nearly 400,000 children and youth are in foster care in the United States. At least 30 percent of those youth identify as LGBTQ+. Why
May and June are typically the graduation months, when families gather to celebrate the academic achievements of children, grandchildren, nieces, and nephews. Whether they’re graduating from high school, college, or
Mental Health Awareness Month takes place every May, which makes it a good time to explore the connections between mental illness and trauma, especially as it relates to children. Research
