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Why positive childhood experiences are important for all children and families

Positive childhood experiences are protective experiences that help heal the brain from trauma and promote healthy mental health in adulthood.

This summer, the Healthy Outcomes from Positive Experience (HOPE) framework has seen an increase in recognition around the world.

In her own words, HOPE Facilitator Kim Hemmert shares how she promotes positive childhood experiences as a cosmetologist.

Promote the Four Building Blocks of HOPE through different types of board games using luck, strategy, or playing cooperatively as a team.

Head back-to-school with the HOPE National Resource Center’s newly released collection of resources: HOPE for Educators toolkit.

Learn how to incorporate PCEs into your work with students and families by bringing HOPE to your schools, classrooms, and district.

The HOPE National Resource Center remains committed to practicing anti-racism and prioritizing equity in our work with PCEs.

The books we read as children help inform us of the world around us and can provide a safe space for positive childhood experiences.

Learn about all the resources, videos and courses created in 2024 with our organizational partners and experts with lived experience.

The HOPE National Resource Center (NRC) offers training options at all levels, from introductory workshops and courses to advanced certifications.