Key Concepts
Critical themes in caring better for children & families
Resilience
Resilience
Early adversity often leads to poorer outcomes, but overcoming early adversity is possible with resilience-informed care.
Special Needs
Special Needs
Children & families with special needs are overrepresented in alternative care, but new learning and practices can support their wellbeing.
Neuroplasticity
Neuroplasticity
Early adversity can negatively impact brain development, but God made the brain to be able to heal.
Mission Wise
Mission Wise
The global Church is called to care for vulnerable children and families, but what does it look like to do so with excellence?
Children & Technology
Children & Technology
How might the significant benefits & serious challenges of technology change for the children we serve & support wise technology engagement?
Short-Term Missions
Short-Term Missions
Short-term missions carry with them the potential for both good and harm. Learn how to engage wisely.
Sponsorship
Sponsorship
Many use sponsorship to connect donors to those they serve, but this can come with risks. What are some guidelines for improving practices?
Soul Care
Soul Care
You cannot pour from an empty cup. What does it look like to support thriving souls- in ourselves, in our teams, and in those we serve?
OVC (Orphaned & Vulnerable Children) Essentials
OVC (Orphaned & Vulnerable Children) Essentials
Caring for vulnerable children is more complex than we often realize initially. Explore the essentials of best practices and critical issues
