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The Minnesota Council on Family Relations strengthensall families by educating and supporting family professionals and promoting connections among those involved in research, policy, and practice. The Minnesota Council on Family Relations is an affiliate of the National Council on Family Relations. |
 Spring (June) 2010 Family Forum is the newsletter of the Minnesota Council on Family Relations. |
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| How the Economy is Changing
Fathers, Families, and Future Expectations Register now for one of 8 training seminars on the topic of "Navigating the New Normal: How the Economy is Changing Fathers, Families, and Future Expectations." Sessions will address research and practice related to the ways that married, unmarried, and noncustodial families can access government services, how the ... More Information >>> Twin Cities Work/Life & Flexibility Expo, October 7, 2010 in Minneapolis Join the Working Family Resource Center for the organization's first-ever Twin Cities Work/Life & Flexibility Expo, October 7, in Minneapolis. You'll hear from three nationally acclaimed keynoters: Ellen Galinsky, President, Families and Work Institute; Joan Williams, Director, Center for WorkLife Law; and Paul Batz, ... More Information >>> U of M offers online workshop: Understanding Teen Risk-Taking Would you like to learn more about research on adolescent risk-taking and implications for your work? Register now for the workshop, "Understanding Adolescent Risk-Taking Behavior - Online Research Update for Professionals," developed by University of Minnesota Extension. More Information >>> Innovation with Integrity: Preparing Parent Educators Online To meet the changing needs of families, today's parent education professionals must be prepared adequately with skills and knowledge; yet, through teaching methods and a regard for learning science that ensures quality outcomes. This article describes the redevelopment and delivery of an online graduate program for parent ... More Information >>> |
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Student/New Professional Section The MCFR Student Section has expanded to include new professionals and is now titled as the MCFR Student/New Professional Section. More Information >>> |
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Council on Family Relations Awards MCFR gives two awards in recognition of contributions to the family field each year:
If you have individuals or organizations you would like to nominate (including yourself), please complete the form and send it to Leanne Sponsel, MCFR President-Elect at Leanne.M.Sponsel@gmail.com. Nominations are due no later than October 8, 2010. Click here for more information. |
MCFR DAY is on Friday, November 5, 2010 at the NCFR's 72nd Annual National Conference in Minneapolis. (Click here for maps, directions, parking, and transportation information.)  MCFR Members Save Registration $$ Check the flyer for details |
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