The Department of Children and Families along with The Ounce of Prevention Fund Florida is happy to announce Protective Factors and True Colors training throughout Circuit 12 (Manatee, Sarasota and Desoto Counties) April 11, 12 and 15^th. We are honored that the Manatee County Children’s Advisory Board and the Family Safety Alliance are hosting the trainings.  Save the dates as registration is  March 14 – April 7 through Eventbrite. The trainings are FREE.

Protective factors are conditions or attributes in individuals, families, and communities that promote the health and well-being. By using a protective factors approach, child welfare professionals and others can help parents find resources and supports that emphasize their strengths while also identifying areas where they need assistance, thereby reducing the chances of child abuse and neglect.

True Colors is a model for understanding yourself and others.  By identifying your personality, you gain insight into motivations, values, feelings,  actions, communication, etc. and learn how to appreciate differences and develop better relationships.

Please see the attached flyer with the links to register.  The trainings will be facilitated by Chris Lolley, Director of Prevent Child Abuse Florida with The Ounce of Prevention Fund Florida.