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New Research on Parenting Programs for Low-Income Fathers: A Discussion with Jay Fagan and Jessica Pearson (Part 1) Jul 21, 2021

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This episode is part one of a two-part series on research into programs for low-income fathers. For this series of episodes, Tim Lightner is joined by co-host Sharon Pizzuti from Cortland Consulting and Co-chair of the NCSEA Communications Committee. Tim and Sharon speak with guests Jay Fagan (a faculty member for the School of Social Work at Temple University in Pennsylvania and Co-Director of the Fatherhood Research and Practice Network, USA) who has focused his research on fathers and fatherhood programs; and Jessica Pearson (the Founder and Director of the Center for Policy Research in Denver, Colorado, an independent, non-profit; and Co-Director of the national Fatherhood Research and Practice Network) working for the past 40 years to do research on a variety of antipoverty programs. Jay and Jessica discuss their new book: New Research on Parenting Programs for Low-Income Fathers. In Part1 they talk about the book the background research, the findings and how this information can help child support programs in how we approach fathers and partner with fatherhood programs.

Empowering the Movement for Change Jul 14, 2021

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Today’s episode comes to you on location from North Carolina, Minnesota, and Alaska, and is hosted by Tim Lightner with co-host Tammy Pearson. They welcome Shaneen Moore (MN Child Support Director and newly appointed Deputy Assistant Commissioner of Children and Family Services) and Dr. Trish Skophammer (Director of Ramsey County, MN Child Support Services Division). They join us today for a discussion on diversity, equity, and inclusion. Part of it is continuing their discussions from the Policy Forum, which was entitled “Moving Toward Equity Through Policy”. Among other things, they talk about how a focus on equity and inclusion impacts not only those that we serve, and the quality of our services, but also impacts those we work with. And you also get to learn what they would do if they were invisible for a day.

Changing the Lives of Children and Families and the Inclusion of Child Support: A Conversation with Dr. James Rodriguez Jul 07, 2021

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This episode comes to you from Arizona and of course, Anchorage, Alaska. On today’s show, Tim Lightner welcomes Dr. James Rodriguez, who is the President and CEO of the Fathers and Families Coalition of America (FFCA). Its really an interesting conversation where they get into, among other things, the work of the organization that he represents and how his own experience as a father has guided him throughout his career.

Pairing Social Work with Child Support Jun 30, 2021

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On this On Location episode, hosts Sharon Pizzuti and Tim Lightner welcome Christine Wolf and Camina Stevenson, social work MSW’s from the Clark County (Nevada) District Attorney Family Support Office. They talk about finding ways to assist people who are dealing with chronic homelessness, addiction, any type of mental health issues and co-occurring disorders—to pay child support. Join them on location from Nevada, Michigan and Alaska and engage in the conversation about helping people with barriers support themselves and their children.

Flexible Enforcement: Assisting Both Parents In the Child Support Program Jun 23, 2021

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Another great episode, coming to you from on location in California and Alaska. Tim Lightner has a discussion with California Department of Child Support Services Director, David Kilgore. Hear the conversation about flexible enforcement, and how the child support program can be a resource in building a partnership for engaging in supportive services with both parents.

Perspectives on the Child Support Program and Engaging Fathers (Part 2) Jun 16, 2021

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This is part two of our two-part series on engaging fathers in the child support program. On this series, Tim Lightner continues the conversation with Brandon Guitierez, a child support specialist in a California county office, a noncustodial parent and paying member of a child support case. He’s a featured speaker on the essential role of fathers. Hear Brandon’s perspective on how the program works with fathers and how we may better engage them going forward.

Perspectives on the Child Support Program and Engaging Fathers (Part 1) Jun 09, 2021

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This is the first of our two-part series on engaging fathers in the child support program. On this series, Tim Lightner has a conversation with Brandon Guitierez, a child support specialist in a California county office. Hear Brandon’s perspective on how the program works with fathers and how we may better engage them going forward.

Looking Forward: A Conversation with the 2021 NCSEA Leadership Symposium Co-Chairs and NCSEA’s Director of Professional Development Jun 02, 2021

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We are coming to you on location today from Virginia, Kansas, Texas and Alaska. On today’s episode, Tim Lightner welcomes Ashley Dexter and Charles Smith, co-chairs of this year’s NCSEA Leadership Symposium. Also joining them is Gillyn Croog, who is NCSEA’s Director of Professional Development. They talk about the upcoming conference, what to expect, and how good it’s going to be to be in person after a year of virtual conferences.

Continuing the Conversation with Zenell Brown May 19, 2021

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Coming to you from Michigan and Alaska, Sharon Pizzuti and Tim Lightner continue the conversation with Zenell Brown, Esq. from her discussion at the 2021 NCSEA Policy Forum.

Grab a cup of coffee and be ready to engage as she shares about diversity and inclusion, her personal experiences and her book, Coffee and Conversations: Inclusion and Belonging.

Interagency Engagement in the Great State of Georgia May 12, 2021

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Today’s episode comes to you from Georgia and Alaska. Tim Lightner has a conversation with Wende Parker and John Strickland about what the Georgia Department of Human Services, Division of Child Support Services is doing with their Parental Accountability Court and Fatherhood programs. Hear about their successes, their passion, and their dedication. It’s a great opportunity to learn about interagency engagement and to know more about what NCSEA’s friends and members are doing in the Great State of Georgia!

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