A Major Milestone for the Decade of the Child The Decade of the Child (DOC) is proud to celebrate a major milestone in advancing whole child health and wellbeing. On June 1, 2026, Governor Josh Stein officially proclaimed June 2026 as Whole Child Health and Well-Being Month in North Carolina, recognizing the importance of ensuring that every child has the opportunity to be healthy, safe, educated, resilient, and prepared for lifelong success. The proclamation acknowledges tha

Youth marijuana use is associated with risks such as poor academic performance, risky behaviors, and mental health challenges, especially as the brain is still developing during adolescence. Increased legalization and accessibility may contribute to greater use among youth by potentially normalizing it and reducing perceived risks. Adopting prevention efforts is crucial to addressing these evolving challenges and protecting young people’s well-being.

August 8, 2025 Opinion; By Diana Fishbein This opinion piece can also be found at: https://thehill.com/opinion/immigration/5441487-ice-ra...

Interviewees: Miranda Lynch-Smith is the Chief Strategy Officer at Chapin Hall, where she leads the development of actionable policy...