Fairbanks Showed Us What Supporting Families Looks Like
Trevor, Kaila, and Julia visited Fairbanks for a whirlwind week of events.
Earlier this week, members of the ACT team visited Fairbanks to connect with friends, supporters, partners, and legislators about the issues impacting children and families across the region.
Julia, Trevor, and Kaila were reminded once again of what makes Fairbanks so special: the strength of its community and the way Alaska Children’s Trust has become a part of it - embraced by people who care deeply about the future of Alaska’s kids.
During our visit, we presented our work and impact to College Rotary, welcomed more than 30 community members at our coffee hour, and met with partners including RCPC and Fairbanks Resource Agency to explore creating a safe, inclusive space for children with special needs at Mush for Kids.
We also connected with elected officials and candidates about the issues and policies that affect children and families.
“Working here makes it easier to be a mom than anywhere else I’ve ever worked. I feel so supported and seen, not just as an employee, but as a person and as a parent.”
One of the highlights of our visit was the Fairbanks Family Friendly Workplace Awards. Throughout the ceremony, we heard powerful stories about workplaces where employees feel valued and supported.
That sentiment captures why family-friendly workplaces matter so much to our work. When parents have the support they need to care for their families, children can thrive.
Congratulations to all of the nominees and winners of the Fairbanks Family Friendly Workplace Awards. It was an honor to be part of the celebration and to share how family-friendly workplaces connect directly to our mission of preventing child abuse and neglect.
And thank you to the Fairbanks Chamber of Commerce for recognizing the importance of policies that support families: from paid family leave and flexible scheduling when a child is sick to elder care and bereavement leave.
Supporting families is one of the most important things we can do for Alaska’s children.
