As we reflect on our first in‑person Braced for Impact event, held just before the Fourth of July, we are filled with gratitude. Thank you to everyone who attended and helped bring people together for discussions that highlighted why healing must be a priority for every child in every system.

As we confront the details of AJ's short life, we are confronted with a sobering truth: the urgency of protecting vulnerable children cannot be overstated…..

The tragic story of Jayden Perkins serves as yet another painful reminder of the systemic failures that persistently leave children and their families vulnerable to harm…