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Caregiver Spotlight: Ms. Diamond
Milwaukee grandmother Synthia Diamond shares her journey of challenging conversations, ongoing education, and the joy of watching her boys grow.

Safe at Home: Protecting Crime Victims in Wisconsin
For victims of child abuse, domestic abuse, or other crimes, keeping one’s location private can be critical to both feeling and staying safe. The Safe at Home program provides a legal substitute address to anyone who needs to keep their whereabouts confidential.

Recognizing Like-Kin: 2025 Changes to Child Placement Options in Wisconsin
In an important update to Chapter 48, also known as the “Children’s Code,” Wisconsin officially recognized like-kin alongside traditional relatives as placement options for children. Learn more about what this means for kids and caregivers.

Volunteer Spotlight: Simon
One of our Court Appointed Special Advocates shares how she discovered Kids Matter CASA, why it’s important to her to volunteer, and how others can get involved.

March: Youth Art Month
Learn more about the benefits of art for young people—from encouraging creativity to providing a safe space to express emotions to even reducing anxiety—and discover how to incorporate art into your child’s life.