WisKids Journal, a publication of the Wisconsin Council on Children and Families Vol.
XXVI, No. 5
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In this issue: Message
from the Executive Director:
by Charity Eleson
In this column, Charity reveals the exciting news that she is taking a leave of absence to travel, write and live.
A groundbreaking poverty awareness and education initiative is taking root in the Fox Cities. The iniative, which is now linked with our Vision2020 campaign, could serve as a model for people in other parts of the state seeking to combat poverty in their communities.
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Congress recently passed legislation that would expand the State Children's Health Insurance Program (SCHIP). However, President Bush vetoed the bill, which would have provided coverage for some of the nation's 4 million uninsured kids.
In this article, we explore the stories of families who have been touched by abuse or neglect, and consider the developmental implications for the kids in those families.
Ten years after the launch of W-2, these two researchers examine the accomplishments, shortcomings and challenges of what has at times been described as the most studied state program in the history of social welfare.
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| The Wisconsin Council on Children and Families,
Inc. is a non-profit organization that has been on the cutting edge of social
change in Wisconsin since its inception in 1881. It has worked through the years
to improve the delivery of health and human services in the state. WCCF has a statewide, volunteer board of
directors which guides its work. Staff serve Council members by monitoring legislation,
providing information on issues through newsletters, forums and conferences, and
providing technical assistance and research on issues affecting children and families. The Council is funded by memberships, contributions,
and grants, in addition to an allocation from Community Shares of Wisconsin.
| | Officers and Administration Marcia Engen, President - Appleton
William
Perloff, MD, Vice President - Baileys Harbor
Steve
Kinkade, Treasurer - Beloit
Tonya Brito, Secretary
- Madison
Charity Eleson, Executive Director |
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