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The Power of Education as a Bridge to Opportunities for Kinship Youth

The recent killing of George Floyd has reawakened America’s fight for racial justice. Demonstrators are not only protesting against the injustices African-Americans have long faced in the criminal justice system, but also the systemic racism embedded in all facets of American life—including education. Institutions are speaking out; teachers are initiating…

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The Importance of Men’s Health

The National Center on Health, Physical Activity & Disability. (NCHPAD) says that, “compared to women, men are more likely to smoke and drink alcohol and generally lead less healthy lifestyles….

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New ASCI Business Operations Amid COVID-19

The health, safety and welfare of each member of our team, as well ASCI families and the general public, is a high priority at ASCI. As we slowly emerge from…

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Mom Learns Her Adopted Children Are Biological Siblings

Katie Page became a mother by fostering to adopt. What she didn’t know is that she was reuniting biological siblings Grayson and Hannah! In 2016, Page began fostering a newborn…

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2-Year-Old in Foster Care Gets Virtual Adoption Hearing and Parade

Two-year-old Isla Moody was finally adopted by her family in Jacksonville, Florida, after being in foster care for 700 days. By following social-distancing guidelines, the Moodys were able to have…

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We Stand Against Racism, Together in Kinship

We are deeply troubled by the recent events leading to our country’s current civil unrest. As a community, we are grieving. We are hurting. We are tired. As an organization…

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‘Sesame Street’ and CNN to Address Racism in Town Hall for Kids and Families

As the black community has to endure yet another African-American dying at the hands of police, CNN and “Sesame Street” are channeling their second town hall meeting to address the…

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Join Us for WIN Week!

The first week of June (June 1-7) is Well Being In the Nation (WIN) Week, which includes a series of free virtual gatherings, hosted by the WIN Network and it is open to all….

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PA Primary Election Day Tips During COVID-19

Today is Primary Election Day for PA residents. Polling places are open in every PA county today from 7 a.m. – 8 p.m. Because of COVID-19, some polling places may…

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10-Year-Old Chelsea Phaire Sends 1,500 Art Kits to Kids in Foster Homes and Shelters

Chelsea Phaire, a 10-year-old 5th-grader and founder of Chelsea’s Charity, creates art kits for kids in need around the nation. She chooses to give back to children in hopes that…

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