Building Foundations for Economic Mobility (BFEM)
Explore this collection of resources from the Building Foundations for Economic Mobility (BFEM) Initiative to learn more about how to support parents and families’ goals for economic mobility.
Family Support and Well-being
Family well-being occurs when all family members are safe, healthy, and have chances for educational advancement and economic mobility. Support services such as early care and education, housing and food assistance, and physical and mental health care positively contribute to the well-being of families and their children. When families face challenges that cause stress, including poverty and homelessness, their health and wellness can be negatively impacted. Engaging families as active participants in problem-solving and goal-setting can help them identify and use their own strengths to address the challenges they face. When families are healthy, safe, and economically stable, their children's health and well-being can thrive.
Program Preparation to Address Domestic Violence
Find resources to help programs build and implement domestic violence prevention and response systems and practices.
Enhancing Community Partnerships
Find resources to establish clear and sustainable partnerships in your community.
Partnering with Families to Address Domestic Violence
Find resources that program staff can use as a guide to talk with families about healthy relationships and domestic violence in a trauma-informed way.
Tips for Responding to Disclosures About Domestic Violence
Learn about ways to support people who have disclosed or shared their experiences of violence. There are no “perfect words” to say. The key is to simply listen, convey empathy, and offer support.
Sample Memorandum of Understanding Between Head Start and Domestic Violence Programs
Use this resource to learn how to develop and revise memorandum of understanding (MOU) agreements with community partners.
Twelve Ways Parents Can Help Young Children Who Have Experienced Domestic Violence Heal
Raising children can be hard for parents. It may be even harder when a family has experienced domestic violence. Use this resource to help parents build a connection with their child and help them to feel loved.
Implementing Universal Education Strategies on Domestic Violence in Head Start Programs
Learn more about universal education strategies to prevent and respond to domestic violence.
Preventing and Responding to Domestic Violence
Domestic violence can have long-term effects on children and families. Learn ways Head Start programs help families overcome the stress and trauma of domestic violence to heal and thrive.
Families Thrive, Zero to Five Safety Card
Explore this educational card to learn what makes a healthy relationship. Learn more about relationship safety and supportive resources.