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SAFE For Children Community Board
Protecting Ohio’s Children: Ending the Epidemic of Gun Violence
Introduction Gun violence has become the leading cause of death among children and teens in the United States, surpassing cancer…
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Movie of the week
Comprehensive Review of the Documentary “I Am Eleven” (2011): Listening to Children, Building a World Fit for Them to Lead and Thrive
Introduction I Am Eleven is a 2011 documentary by Australian filmmaker Genevieve Bailey, co-directed by Henrik Nordstrom, which explores the thoughts,…
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SAFE For Children Community Board
V.J.’s Law: Ohio’s Pivotal Move Toward Stronger Child Abuse Reporting and Prevention
In Ohio, the devastating story of a four-and-a-half-month-old baby, known only as “V.J.,” has become the driving force behind a…
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“Show Me the Father” (2021): A Soul-Stirring Documentary That Redefines Fatherhood
As the world pauses to commemorate Father’s Day, it is an opportune time to reexamine the deeper meaning of fatherhood…
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SAFE For Children Community Board
Ohio State Budget: How School Funding Proposals Impact Urban vs. Suburban Districts
As Ohio legislators race to finalize the state budget before the June 30 deadline, one issue has taken center stage…
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A Comprehensive Review of the Documentary “Caregiving” (2025): A Global Wake-Up Call to Strengthen Families Through Compassion and Policy
Overview The documentary Caregiving is a two-hour documentary that places the deeply personal act of caring for a loved one into public…
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Spotlight
Children Spotlight of the Week: Layne Bodie
This week, we shine our spotlight on an exceptional young lady, Layne Bodie, a shining example of academic excellence, athletic…
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Spotlight
Spotlight of the Week: Brandy Jemczura
This week, we recognize Brandy Jemczura, a licensed social worker, educator, and founder of Seeds of Caring, a Columbus-based nonprofit…
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SAFE For Children Community Board
Honoring Loss, Saving Lives: Ohio Establishes Stillbirth Prevention Day
In a landmark move to address one of Ohio’s most heartbreaking yet under-discussed public health challenges, Governor Mike DeWine has…
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Spotlight
Spotlight of the Week: Judge Linda Tucci Teodosio
This week, we are proud to spotlight Judge Linda Tucci Teodosio, a steadfast and compassionate leader in Ohio’s juvenile justice…
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