The Statewide Task Force on Prescription Drug Abuse and Newborns released their 2014 progress report with updates on their recommendations and alarming data on the quick rise of Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome. The Task Force was formed in 2012 in response to the high rate of babies born with NAS. Northeast Florida has one of the… Read More
The Coalition is seeking qualified providers in Baker, Clay, Duval, Nassau and St. Johns counties to implement specific strategies outlined in the NEFL Teen Pregnancy Task Force community action plan to reduce teen pregnancy and births in Northeast Florida.
A free training on Youth Development and Sexuality Education will provide a basic framework of adolescent development, and how to strengthen comprehensive sexuality education programs with a youth development focus. Register now — seating is limited.
March is “Healthy Futures” Month, a time to celebrate the accomplishments and service of AmeriCorps members who have committed their time to improve the communities they serve in. The month is part of AmeriCorps’ 20th anniversary.
Jax Children’s Week will feature an advocacy walk and ceremony and briefing in Downtown Jacksonville on March 19. Pre-walk entertainment will be from the Boys & Girls Clubs of Northeast Florida’s VP Step Team. The Advocacy Walk will begin at 9am at the Jacksonville Landing and end at City Hall. Former Jacksonville Jaguar Donovin Darius will lead the… Read More