Georgia Center for Child Advocacy

09/05/2026

Many of the most prevalent, chronic, and costly diseases of adulthood—including diabetes and depression—are rooted in early experiences and exposures, beginning during pregnancy.

Efforts to prevent many chronic diseases in adults can be more successful if we start during the prenatal period and early childhood. By creating safe, supportive developmental environments free of hazards and rich in opportunity—such as safe, stable housing and access to healthcare during pregnancy—we can help ensure our children have what they need to thrive in childhood and beyond.

Learn more: https://bit.ly/4ytEeci

09/02/2026

Responsive relationships can help calm stress responses and buffer against sources of stress. But relationships alone aren’t enough—policies and programs that support children and families are essential. A caregiver navigating homelessness, poverty, or climate-driven extreme weather events like flooding and heat waves may experience their own high levels of stress, making it more challenging to provide support for children in their care.

This underscores the importance of policies and programs that support caregivers, helping reduce sources of toxic stress and strengthening their ability to provide attentive caregiving. Learn more here: https://bit.ly/404bx5w

09/02/2026

Restoration Rome’s next TBRI series will begin THIS FRIDAY! This is a great opportunity to get to know about Trust-Based Relational Intervention. This training is free for anyone who would like to attend! Please use the QR to register or call us directly at 706-528-4033

09/02/2026

09/02/2026

AI has caused a shift in online behavior, and young people are navigating it alongside the rest of us.

Some of that impact is harmful.
Some of it is helpful.
But most of it is still unknown.

How are these tools responding?
Are they equipped to handle disclosures of harm with care and accuracy?
Are they a reliable substitute for trusted adults?

As AI becomes more embedded in young people’s lives, we have a responsibility to ensure it supports their safety. That means building technology with safeguards in place and understanding how youth are actually using these tools.

Explore more insights in our latest blog post exploring this shift.
https://www.thorn.org/blog/youth-perspectives-survey-2025/

09/02/2026

A wide range of conditions in children’s environments affect their developing brains and other biological systems, with impacts on lifelong health and well-being.

Strategies and solutions to create healthy developmental environments for our children must extend beyond traditional “children’s issues” to include a wide range of policy domains that shape children’s environments—from housing and urban planning to economic security and climate readiness.

Learn more here: https://bit.ly/4gvAlMZ

08/30/2026

Today, we recognize National Grief Awareness Day. 💙
Grief can feel overwhelming—especially for children who may not have the words to explain what they’re feeling. As parents and caregivers, your support can make a powerful difference during difficult times.

Remember: Grief has no timeline. Healing happens through love, support, and connection.

If your child is struggling, connecting with a mental health professional can provide additional tools and support for coping and healing.

Let’s honor National Grief Awareness Day by creating safe spaces where children feel supported to share, heal, and remember. 💙

08/27/2026

As August comes to an end, let’s take a moment to celebrate our GCCA team members who marked work anniversaries this month! 🎉

Your hard work, passion, and commitment are an important part of advancing the GCCA mission and supporting the children and families we serve. We truly appreciate all that you do and the difference you make every day.
Here’s to celebrating you and to many more years of growth, impact, and teamwork! 💙

08/24/2026

There's still time!!! Project Intersect will be hosting its Trauma Informed Caregiver Workshop. The group will begin this Thursday, August 27th and conclude on October 1st. This group will be held virtually via zoom on Thursday evenings from 6-7:30.

This workshop is designed for birth parents, foster parents, and caregivers. Please feel free to share with families or community partners that you feel may benefit. 🔗 Register today by using the QR code or visiting https://tinyurl.com/ProjIntersectFall2026Workshop

🗓 Thursdays | 6:00–7:30 PM
💻 Virtual on Zoom
💲Free to attend
🎓 Earn up to 12 training hours