Children’s earliest experiences impact their brain development and social and emotional skills, setting the foundation for all future development. Counties can reduce risk factors for infants, toddlers and parents by supporting positive environments and relationships, offering targeted interventions and connecting children and families to treatment as needed. Join us to learn more about promoting social and emotional well-being for infants and toddlers through existing county systems and services.

Speakers

• STACI BORN, ED.D., Assistant Professor, South Dakota State University

• LEE JOHNSON III, PH.D., Senior Policy Analyst for Infant and Early Childhood Mental Health, ZERO TO THREE