The Two-Generation Approach in Practice Ben Goodwin Executive Director Christopher Ramsey Lead CAFSI Case Manager Little Rock, Arkansas www.ourhouseshelter.org /beyondhousing The Two-Generation Approach in Practice Organizational and Programmatic Considerations
Agenda 1. Presentation (50 minutes) What is the “Two-Generation Approach?” How the two-generation approach plays out in families’ lives How organizations can move towards a two-generation approach How front-line program staff can take the lead in implementing two-generation strategies. 2. Questions (10 minutes) 3. Group Activity (25 minutes) 4. Final Questions (5 minutes)
A Definition Two-generation strategies intentionally and systematically connect adult/child investments for larger, longer lasting impacts on family economic success. -Dr. Christopher King University of Texas
National Resources Ascend Network, Aspen Institute Urban Institute Many Foundations DHHS
Where does your organization fall on this continuum?
Our House 7-acre campus, “one-stop shop” Serve 1,600 people/year Serve 200 adults and 300 children each day Housing for 110 people each night Licensed, quality-rated children’s programs Workforce programs
Housing
Housing
Out-of-School Time Program
Out-of-School Time Program
Early Childhood Education
Workforce Training
Case Management
Homelessness Prevention
Why it Works Activates highest motivation of parents and children, who provide the core “support network” for each other. Creates sustainable, reinforcing positive dynamic that lasts beyond the “intervention”.
Key Characteristics Accessible Flexible Holistic Long-term Learning Practice What You Preach
“Be Your Child’s Best Advocate” Equipping parents with the skills to successfully interact with systems on behalf of their children and their family. Acknowledging parents’ leadership/expertise, which is more empowering, motivating, and sustainable. Sustainability: equipping parents with the skills they need to tackle whatever life throws their way.
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Questions?
Ben Goodwin Christopher Ramsey 501-944-5110 ben@ourhouseshelter.org 501-398-9796 chris@ourhouseshelter.org www.ourhouseshelter.org/beyondhousing