In episode 9 of The Bridge, MFAN CEO, Shannon Razsadin, connected with nonprofit partners focused on military child wellbeing. With Kara Dallman of Our Military Kids, Jenny Valderas of Operation Homefront and Amse Heck of Military Child Education Coalition, Shannon leads a conversation focused on the often unseen experiences of military children, examining how stress, transition, and uncertainty shape their daily lives and long-term wellbeing. From the importance of community-based programs and peer support to the role of educators, caregivers, and using MFAN’s data to create policy focused on stability, this discussion focuses on practical ways to ensure military children feel seen, supported, and able to thrive.
This episode features:
- Kara Dallman, Executive Director, Our Military Kids
- Jenny Valderas, Senior Director of Family Support Services, Operation Homefront
- Amse Heck, Chief Advancement Officer, Military Child Education Coalition
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