Community Initiatives
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How We’re Working Upstream to Prevent Violence Posted 09/24/2019
Everyone deserves to feel safe in their home and community. Violence occurs in various forms, including but not limited to child abuse and neglect, intimate partner violence, sexual violence, self-directed violence, and community violence. It is a complex problem which requires a long-term commitment and the buy-in and collaboration of multiple partners and sectors. Read more » -
Celebrating Partners Working Toward Breastfeeding Equity Posted 05/03/2019
Despite known benefits, some families are less likely to start and continue breastfeeding. Structural racism, lack of social support, problems pumping at work, and other factors impact breastfeeding rates across racial and age groups in Dane County. Read more »