Using the HOPE framework to improve peer relationships at the Asbury Park Boys and Girls Club
Recent research shares how to make improvements for youth and staff in a community-based setting using the HOPE framework.
The New York Times feature: Healing childhood trauma with the HOPE framework
The NYT published an article on the HOPE framework and the protective factors of positive childhood experiences.
How can we heal from Adverse Childhood Experiences?
Developing a practice that incorporates positive childhood experiences (PCEs) can lessen the lifelong effects of harmful experiences and allows the brain to heal from trauma.
HOPE Champion Savanah Cool uses the HOPE framework to engage community members in Michigan
Learn how HOPE Champion Savanah Cool promotes the HOPE-framework throughout communities in Michigan.
Training opportunities to increase your practice of the HOPE framework
The HOPE National Resource Center offers training options at all levels, from introductory workshops and courses to advanced certifications.
2025 HOPE resource round-up
Throughout 2025, the HOPE National Resource Center was busy creating resources on PCEs and the Four Building Blocks of HOPE.
The HOPE community shares how they promote positive childhood experiences during the holiday season
We asked our HOPE Facilitators and Champions how they were promoting access to the Four Building Blocks of HOPE during this holiday season.
HOPE Champion Julie Plagenhoef uses the HOPE framework to help empower nurses
Learn how HOPE Champion Julie Plagenhoef has used the HOPE-framework to help define what it means to be strengths-based with nurses.
Positive childhood experiences are important for early relational health
A recently released new consensus study highlights the importance of early relationships and positive childhood experiences.
Creating moments of gratitude and spreading Positive Childhood Experiences
This blog links Thanksgiving, practicing gratitude, and creating memories of positive childhood experiences through the HOPE framework as a guide.