HOPEful Conversations about Child Development

Health in All Policies: Advocating for Child and Families: Featuring Dr. Tina Cheng and Dr. Stephanie Ettinger De Cuba

In this episode, Dr. Robert Sege and Dr. Baraka Floyd welcome back Dr. Tina Cheng and Stephanie Ettinger De Cuba to discuss the power of shaping HOPE-Informed policy. Dr. Cheng and Dr. Ettinger De Cuba share real-world success stories of translating research into legislative action. Dr. Cheng breaks down the National Academies' recommendation for a "health in all policies" approach, reminding us that effective advocacy requires the "wisdom, will, and the wallet." Dr. Ettinger De Cuba highlights her coalition's success in Massachusetts, demonstrating how expanding the Earned Income Tax Credit by framing it as a health initiative gives families the financial and mental space to thrive.  For more on the HOPE framework, visit positiveexperience.org.

From Clinic to Community: Translating Lived Experiences into Health Policy: Featuring Dr. Tina Cheng and Dr. Stephanie Ettinger De Cuba

In this episode, Dr. Robert Sege and Dr. Baraka Floyd are joined by Dr. Tina Cheng and Dr. Stephanie Ettinger De Cuba for a conversation on the intersection of community-engaged research and child health policy. The guests discuss the importance of "going upstream" to proactively address social vulnerabilities and prevent health crises before they reach the clinic.  For more on the HOPE framework, visit positiveexperience.org.

Empowering Indigenous Youth with Cultural Humility and Mentorship: Featuring Dr. Jason Deen

In this episode, Dr. Robert Sege and Dr. Baraka Floyd welcome back Dr. Jason Deen for part two of their conversation on supporting Indigenous youth. The discussion explores how non-Indigenous professionals can practice "cultural curiosity" and humility to create safe, affirming spaces for Native children and families. Dr. Deen shares insights into the unique experiences of urban Indigenous populations, the impact of historical relocation programs, and the emergence of pan-Indigenous cultural connections.  For more on the HOPE framework, visit positiveexperience.org.

Empowering Indigenous Youth with Culture and Belonging: Featuring Dr. Jason Deen

In this episode, Dr. Robert Sege and Dr. Baraka Floyd are joined by Dr. Jason Deen, a pediatrician and founder of the University of Washington Center for Indigenous Health. The conversation explores how Indigenous families provide positive childhood experiences (PCEs) by deeply connecting youth to their culture and traditions. Dr. Deen discusses the healing power of cultural socialization, such as participating in powwows and traditional activities, as a "decolonizing concept" that builds self-worth, community health, and resilience against historical trauma. The hosts also highlight Dr. Deen's inspiring work in creating pathway programs that introduce Native youth to medical careers, normalizing the experience of being an Indigenous healthcare professional. For more on the HOPE framework, visit positiveexperience.org.

HOPE en Español in Early Childhood Education and Beyond: Featuring Dr. Javiera Brierley Vera and Flavia Maccio

In this episode, Dr. Robert Sege and Dr. Baraka Floyd welcome back Dr. Javiera Brierley Vera and Flavia Maccio to dive deeper into the practical applications of HOPE en Español. Shifting the focus to the early childhood workforce, Flavia shares a powerful success story from Michigan, where implementing the HOPE framework helped dramatically reduce staff turnover, combat burnout, and create a strength-based environment for professionals serving Spanish-speaking immigrant families. The conversation also explores the growing collective impact of HOPE across Latin America, with Dr. Brierley Vera revealing an "audacious goal" to see every Spanish-speaking government promoting positive childhood experiences.    For more on the HOPE framework, visit positiveexperience.org.