Supporting Children of Incarcerated Parents: School and School-Based Mental Health Collaboration

Often, children of incarcerated parents are more likely to experience academic and social-emotional issues while in school than their peers who do not have incarcerated parents. These issues can cause stress and stigma for the child and family, including the caregiver. Separation from a parent can be traumatic for children, including children of an incarcerated parent. Incarcerated parents should have the ability to be part of their child’s educational experience. 

Speakers: 

• Dr. Whitney Hollins, Associate Professor, CUNY School of Professional Studies: Youth Studies Program 

• Anna Lynn, Mental Health Promotion Coordinator, Minnesota Department of Health: Child and Family Health Division 

• John Eshun, Mental Well-being Planner, Minnesota Department of Health: Child and Family Health Division 

• Tiana Smith, Senior Policy Analyst, Corrections and Reentry, CSG Justice Center