Vision for Children at Risk

Have you registered yet?! The 11th Annual Stepping Up for Kids event is coming up - Friday, October 23rd, with doors opening at 11:30 AM and lunch served at noon.

Sponsor and bring your team to fill a table of 8! Join us to celebrate people that are going above and beyond for children in foster and adoptive care and leave with renewed energy for the work you do to step up for kids!

Register and sponsor here: https://www.visionforchildren.org/collaboration/st-louis-child-abuse-neglect-network/stepping-up-for-kids/

📣 St. Louis Child Abuse and Neglect Network Stlcann Quarterly Training — New Date!

The next previously postponed training is now happening Tuesday, October 13 — please note this is not our usual training day!

Join us for a valuable training on Theory of State Dependent Functioning (Window of Tolerance), led by Ben Rayle with KVC.

Participants will gain insight into how stress and trauma can affect functioning and how the Window of Tolerance can inform our work with children and families.

Register here: https://www.visionforchildren.org/collaboration/st-louis-child-abuse-neglect-network/stlcann-training-workshop-registration/

For individual voters and community members --
Know Your Rights. Know the Changes. Be Ready to Vote.
September 14 | 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Join Deaconess Foundation for this important and timely session!
Register here: https://fs29.formsite.com/dKn5NW/oeyb0rprsn/index

For individual voters and community members:

With major election developments unfolding across Missouri, now is the time to understand your rights and prepare for November.

On Monday, September 14 from 6 p.m. - 8 p.m., join us to learn:

• How recent redistricting decisions may affect voters and upcoming elections
• What changes to expect as Rights Restoration legislation expands voting eligibility to thousands of Missourians
• How to recognize and respond to election misinformation
• Key voter protections and what to do if problems arise at the polls
• Practical steps to ensure you're ready to cast your ballot with confidence

Whether you're voting for the first time or simply want the latest information, this session will provide clear, reliable guidance to help you navigate the election season. Dinner will be provided.

Learn more and register here: https://fs29.formsite.com/dKn5NW/oeyb0rprsn/index

For organizations, community leaders, faith communities, and those who share information with others -- Deaconess Foundation is offering an important event this evening!

Voting Rights & Election Updates: What Your Community Needs to Know.

For organizations, community leaders, faith communities, and those who share information with others:

Missouri's voting landscape is changing quickly. Join us for an in-depth session on the latest developments affecting voters and the organizations that support them on Tuesday, September 8 from 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Topics will include:
• Current litigation and policy developments impacting voters
• Scenario planning for common Election Year questions and challenges
• Strategies for identifying and responding to misinformation and voter confusion
• The upcoming implementation of Rights Restoration legislation, which is expected to make approximately 41,000 Missourians newly eligible to vote beginning in November
• Resources and tools to help educate staff, volunteers, congregants, clients, and community members

Participants will leave with timely information, practical resources, and greater confidence in helping others navigate the election process. Lunch will be provided.

Learn more and register here: https://fs29.formsite.com/dKn5NW/oeyb0rprsn/index.

Here's a great opportunity for parents and caregivers that haven't received their high school diploma.

Feeling cooped up with all the heat this week? Here's a fun opportunity for anyone with autism and their families!

Happening right now!

🚀 Ready to Launch Your Career with Boeing?

Save Our Sons+Sisters is hosting TWO in‑person Boeing Bootcamp Informational Sessions designed to help you step confidently into high‑demand aviation careers.

📅 Thursday, Sept 3rd — 10AM
📅 Thursday, Sept 10th — 6PM

🎓 Classes start in October!
If you’re 18+ and a high school graduate or GED holder, this is your moment.

✨ What You’ll Learn:

• Overview of Boeing apprenticeship opportunities
• Application + hiring process breakdown
• Resume customization tips
• Common reasons applications get rejected
• Live Q&A with experts

Register here to attend: https://form.jotform.com/251244970706054

Here is a great resource for families trying to connect to resources and services!

https://www.familyresources.mo.gov

Don't miss out on the opportunity to honor a resource family or front-line agency staff who give outstanding service to children in foster and adoptive care!

Nominations are due by end of day this Thursday, August 20th!

Nominate & Registere Here: https://www.visionforchildren.org/collaboration/st-louis-child-abuse-neglect-network/stepping-up-for-kids/

St. Louis Child Abuse and Neglect Network Stlcann