Together Georgia

GCCF 2026 is NEXT WEEK! 🎉

We’re almost there! From October 14–16, professionals from across Georgia will come together in Augusta for the Georgia Conference on Children and Families.

Three days. A great lineup of speakers. Engaging educational experiences. Continuing education opportunities. And meaningful connections with people who share a commitment to strengthening outcomes for Georgia’s children and families.

Whether you’re joining us to learn something new, exchange ideas, build relationships, or return to your work with fresh perspective, there’s so much waiting for you at GCCF 2026.

Unite. Serve. Thrive.

📅 October 14–16, 2026
📍 Augusta, Georgia

Haven’t registered yet? There’s still time! Don’t miss your chance to be part of GCCF 2026. Visit the link in our bio to register and explore the full conference schedule.

October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. 💜

Strong families and thriving communities begin with safety. This month, Together Georgia joins organizations and advocates across the country in raising awareness about domestic violence, supporting survivors, and recognizing the professionals and community partners working every day to help families find safety and stability.

Domestic violence doesn’t affect just one person. Its impact can extend throughout a family, shaping the safety, stability, and well-being of children and caregivers. For those working in child welfare, behavioral health, family services, and other helping professions, understanding the signs of abuse and knowing how to connect families with appropriate resources is an important part of building stronger systems of support.

Domestic Violence Awareness Month is also a reminder that awareness can lead to action. We can educate ourselves about the signs of abuse, learn how to respond when someone reaches out for help, support local domestic violence organizations, share trusted resources, and continue creating communities where survivors are heard and supported.

For Georgia-specific education and resources, the GA Coalition Against DV works to empower survivors and the programs serving them while educating communities about domestic violence.

If you or someone you know needs support, the National Domestic Violence Hotline⁠ provides free, confidential help 24/7. Call 800-799-SAFE (7233), text START to 88788, or use online chat.

This month and throughout the year, let’s keep working together to build safer, stronger communities for Georgia’s children and families.

Unite. Serve. Thrive. 💛

GCCF 2026 is almost here! From October 14–16, Georgia’s child and family-serving community will come together in Augusta for three days of learning, collaboration, and connection.

This year’s conference features a packed schedule of speakers, workshops, continuing education opportunities, and conversations focused on the issues shaping child welfare, behavioral health, juvenile justice, clinical counseling, leadership, and more.

📅 October 14–16, 2026
📍 Augusta, Georgia

If GCCF has been on your calendar but you haven’t registered yet, now is the time. Don’t miss your chance to be part of GCCF 2026!

🔗 Register and explore the full conference schedule at the link in bio.

We’re excited to announce Ryan Hanlon, Ph.D., MSW as the Thursday Plenary Speaker at the 2026 Georgia Conference on Children and Families.

Dr. Hanlon serves as Associate Commissioner of the Children’s Bureau within the Administration on Children, Youth and Families (ACYF), providing national leadership on child welfare policy and practice. With more than 20 years of experience across child welfare, foster care, adoption, social work, and policy, he brings a wealth of experience to this year’s conference.

His plenary session, “Federal Policy and State Child Welfare: Understanding the Impact on Practice,” will explore an important topic for professionals working to support children, youth, and families.

📅 Thursday, October 15
📍 Augusta, Georgia

GCCF 2026 is only a few weeks away, and there’s still time to join us! Register today at the link in our bio.

HAPPENING TOMORROW!!

Join the FFTATFC (Family Focused Treatment Association - FFTA) for a free policy webinar bringing State Child Welfare Leaders back together to discuss how the landscape has evolved over the past six months.

The conversation will explore new federal initiatives, data and transparency tools, grant opportunities, funding incentives, and other developments shaping child welfare systems. Hear directly from state leaders about what’s working, challenges they’re navigating, lessons learned, and what may be coming next.

📅 Wednesday, September 23, 2026
⏰ 2:00 p.m. ET
💻 Free for FFTA members AND non-members

Whether you work in child welfare, behavioral health, family services, or another area supporting children and families, this is an opportunity to stay informed about the policies shaping the field.

𝐇𝐞𝐲 𝐲𝐨𝐮! 𝐘𝐞𝐬, 𝐘𝐎𝐔! 👋 𝐇𝐚𝐯𝐞 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐫𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐝 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐆𝐂𝐂𝐅 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 𝐲𝐞𝐭?

We’re officially just three weeks away from the Georgia Conference on Children and Families, and there’s still time to join us!

From October 14–16, child- and family-serving professionals from across Georgia will come together in Augusta for three days of learning, connection, collaboration, and conversations focused on creating stronger outcomes for children, youth, and families.

With engaging workshops, continuing education opportunities, keynote speaker Kemba Smith, and plenty of opportunities to connect with colleagues from across the state, you won’t want to miss it.

📅 October 14–16, 2026
📍 Augusta, Georgia

Three weeks to go. Don’t miss your chance to be part of GCCF 2026!

🔗 Register today at the link in bio.

Stronger communities are built by celebrating the people and cultures that make them vibrant. 💛

This National Hispanic Heritage Month, Together Georgia celebrates the rich cultures, histories, traditions, and contributions of Hispanic and Latino communities across Georgia and beyond.

We recognize the families, professionals, advocates, caregivers, and community leaders whose experiences and perspectives strengthen the work of supporting Georgia’s children and families.

Together, we can continue building communities where every child and family has the opportunity to feel supported, connected, and empowered to thrive.

Happy Hispanic Heritage Month from Together Georgia!

GCCF 2026 is NEXT MONTH! 🎉

The countdown is officially on for the 2026 Georgia Conference on Children and Families, happening October 14–16 in Augusta, Georgia!

Join child- and family-serving professionals from across the state for three days of learning, meaningful conversations, new ideas, and opportunities to connect with others committed to strengthening outcomes for Georgia’s children, youth, and families.

With a full schedule of workshops, continuing education opportunities, and keynote speaker Kemba Smith Pradia, you won’t want to miss this year’s conference.

📅 October 14–16, 2026
📍 Augusta, Georgia

There’s still time to register! Visit the link in our bio to reserve your spot and explore the full GCCF 2026 schedule.

What’s changing in child and family services, and what does it mean for the work happening on the ground?

Join the FFTATFC (Family Focused Treatment Association - FFTA) for a free policy webinar bringing State Child Welfare Leaders back together to discuss how the landscape has evolved over the past six months.

The conversation will explore new federal initiatives, data and transparency tools, grant opportunities, funding incentives, and other developments shaping child welfare systems. Hear directly from state leaders about what’s working, challenges they’re navigating, lessons learned, and what may be coming next.

📅 Wednesday, September 23, 2026
⏰ 2:00 p.m. ET
💻 Free for FFTA members AND non-members

Whether you work in child welfare, behavioral health, family services, or another area supporting children and families, this is an opportunity to stay informed about the policies shaping the field.

Remembering September 11

Today marks the 25th anniversary of September 11, 2001, a day that forever changed our nation. We pause to remember the lives lost, honor the courage of first responders and everyday citizens, and recognize the families and communities who continue to carry the impact of that day.

Twenty-five years later, we are reminded of the strength found in compassion, service, and coming together in times of need. Today, Together Georgia joins communities across our state and nation in remembering and honoring all those affected by September 11.