Iowa State University Extension

This comprehensive training and development program uses an empowerment approach to provide front-line workers with basic skills and competencies to help families identify and reach their goals.

A parent, child and family skills-building curriculum designed to help parents and children connect with each other, build skills and positive attitudes, and celebrate family strengths.

Purchase your copy of Dr. James Garbarino's, “A Safer Community for Children and Youth: Ten Things You Can Do” satellite broadcast. This presentation examined the special challenges we face as we go about the business of educating children and youth in today's socially toxic environment.

The Impact of Entertainment Media and Violence was a four-part satellite program series focusing on the impact of entertainment media violence on children and families. Violence in television programs and movies and its impact on children and families is not a new topic. However, many people, including those in the entertainment industry, are still ambivalent about the seriousness of this issue.

Cultural Perspectives on Parenting was a two-part national satellite educational series designed to explore the influence of culture on parenting, and how to use family-centered practices to better support families of diverse cultures.