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NCFR 2025 Ahead / 2025 Graduates - NCFR Honors Student Recognition Program / Congratulations, CFLE Emeritus / Nominate to NCFR Fellows / Volunteer to the CFLE Advisory Board / Apply to NCFR Awards! / NCFR Nexus Call for Articles / & More |
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NCFR Weekly Zippy News
Thursday, August 28, 2025 |
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• NCFR Releases NEW Research and Policy Brief
• Congrats, Dr. Caron
• 2025 Graduates: Apply for NCFR Honors
• Apply to an NCFR Award |
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Zippy will take a break the week of Sept. 1, and return on Sept. 11.
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Responding to Violence at a Minneapolis Church
The loss of life from the mass shooting in Minneapolis is a senseless tragedy. The hearts of the NCFR staff go out to the families affected by the violence at Annunciation Catholic Church. The City of Minneapolis has curated resources for parents and caregivers, and created a fund to support the victims and families affected by this tragedy. To donate, you can text ACF1 to 41444. Another way to help people impacted by gun violence locally is to donate blood through organizations such as the Red Cross.
Over the years, NCFR has called upon its members and Certified Family Life Educators (CFLEs) to understand and respond to gun violence as family scholars and practitioners. They have conducted research and shared best practices for prevention, created recommendations for policymakers, and curated resources to help families cope in the aftermath of violence. In May, NCFR joined more than 400 organizations to advocate for increased federal funding for gun violence prevention research, signing a letter released by the American Academy of Pediatrics.
We also recognize that tragedies like these often raise broader concerns about gun violence and its profound impact on individuals, families, and communities as we try to grapple with how to respond, how to support, and how to prevent this violence.
Please consider sharing NCFR gun violence resources with your networks, and please let us know of any additional resources we should add.
In times of grief, connection and support are more important than ever. We are thinking of you and extend our deepest compassion. |
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NEW RESEARCH AND POLICY BRIEF |
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Read NCFR's NEW Research and Policy Brief
Promoting Positive Coparenting
Coparenting refers to the cooperation, coordination, and management of conflict between parents and parent figures who raise children. Scientific research has shown that the quality of the coparenting relationship affects the well-being of parents and the development of children in any family structure beyond other factors such as a parent–child relationship. |
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Despite this evidence, social, economic, and family policies across the globe have neglected coparenting. This neglect results in missed opportunities to optimize parent, child, and family health and well-being, and it allows for the persistence of certain family, work, and service-related gender inequalities and the exclusion of caregivers.
This policy brief takes an international perspective in offering recommendations to support and acknowledge the coparenting relationship through social, economic, and family policies. The brief makes several policy recommendations based on results from contemporary studies, framing recommendations broadly enough to be applicable in the political, social, and legal systems of diverse countries yet specifically enough to provide guidance for researchers and policymakers in making progress in this area.
READ & SHARE BRIEF |
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CFLE SPOTLIGHT |
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CFLE Recognition
Sandra L. Caron, Ph.D., CFLE Awarded Emeritus Status
Certified Family Life Educator (CFLE) Emeritus status has been awarded to Sandra L. Caron, Ph.D., CFLE, in recognition of her significant contributions to the field of Family Life Education (FLE).
Dr. Caron is a highly regarded teacher and scholar whose research has garnered extensive national recognition. She has authored or coauthored more than 50 articles and several books, and has taught roughly 30,000 students. Dr. Caron's career has centered around advancing FLE, sexual education, and supporting future Family Life Educators in that regard.
Congratulations, Dr. Caron!
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ARE YOU READY FOR NCFR 2025? |
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2025 NCFR Annual Conference
Join Us at NCFR's Annual Conference
Come and reconnect with friends and classmates, make new connections with conference attendees who may become mentors, mentees, constituents, and so on! NCFR's Annual Conference is often thought of as the "Family Reunion" of Family Science. Register today and find out why this fall!
>>Join us in Baltimore, Maryland, for the 2025 NCFR Annual Conference.<<
NCFR 2025 offers something special and meaningful for everyone! So, be sure to register for the 2025 NCFR Annual Conference, taking place Nov. 19-22. |
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NCFR brings you a NEW conference registration experience. The process this year should be a timesaver–one sign-in to register & book your room!
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If you use the registration link in your email, your NCFR account information will autopopulate
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If you are not an NCFR member or are new to NCFR, create an account in minutes
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You may also begin the registration process here
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Once registered for the conference, book your hotel room by clicking the blue button for hotel reservations
Please note: Updates will sync to the conference registration website the next business day. Therefore, member rates will be available for new or renewing members the following business day | become a member
>>REGISTER FOR NCFR 2025<< |
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2025 NCFR Annual Conference
NCFR Sponsor & Exhibit Opportunities
Showcase Your Organization to Conference Attendees
Get maximum exposure for your organization and face time with your target audiences as a sponsor, exhibitor, or University Receptions participant at the 2025 NCFR Annual Conference.
Sponsors: There are more options this year to support the NCFR conference and receive recognition at NCFR academic sessions, communications, and social media. Find a level that fits your organization's needs. Learn more
Exhibits: Promote your products, programs, and services over three days of exhibit hours to hundreds of researchers, faculty, practitioners, and students who have convened to get new ideas and inspiration for their family-related work. Learn more
University Receptions: Colleges and degree programs can connect with prospective students and alumni at our annual college fair in Baltimore on Thursday, Nov. 20, from 6–8 p.m. Learn more
Reservations Due: Sept. 30, 2025 |
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YOUR ROOM IS READY! |
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2025 NCFR Annual Conference
Reserve a Hotel Room at Baltimore Marriott Waterfront
Use NCFR's conference room rate
After you register for the 2025 NCFR Annual Conference, make your plans complete by reserving your room at NCFR's conference hotel site, the Baltimore Marriott Waterfront. Look for the blue "Book Hotel" button on your conference registration confirmation page.
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First, register for the 2025 NCFR Annual Conference!
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Book your hotel room at the Baltimore Marriott Waterfront *(book by 5 p.m. ET, Oct. 28, to receive the NCFR conference room rate).
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Once you have registered and reserved your hotel room, a confirmation will be coming your way via email.
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Take a look at some of the opportunities that await you—area outings for member groups | conference guide to fun.
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See you in November!
BOOK YOUR ROOM
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REGISTER FOR TCRM WORKSHOP |
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2025 NCFR Annual Conference
Register for Theory Construction and Research Methodology (TCRM) Workshop
Full day Nov. 18 | AM only Nov. 19
$40 for students | $60 for professionals
Register for the Theory Construction and Research Methodology (TCRM) Workshop which will be onsite at the 2025 NCFR Annual Conference. The TCRM Workshop, a longstanding tradition within NCFR, is a great point of entry if you are building an understanding in or have interest in theory and/or methodology, and advancing the study of families.
This preconference workshop provides a forum in which registrants can provide valuable feedback to authors which can be used to strengthen their work. Read more about TCRM 2025
ALL are invited and welcome to register to attend TCRM. Please note: TCRM registration is separate from and in addition to conference registration. TCRM sessions will be a full day on Tuesday, Nov. 18, through the morning of Wednesday, Nov. 19.
REGISTER FOR TCRM
TCRM is made possible with the support of NCFR's Journal of Family Theory & Review. |
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NCFR RESEARCH |
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NCFR Journals
New NCFR Research
Published between Aug. 10-23
Every week, we seek to bring you a glimpse of the latest research from NCFR's scholarly journals advancing Family Science—Journal of Marriage and Family (JMF), Family Relations: Interdisciplinary Journal of Applied Family Science (FR), and Journal of Family Theory & Review (JFTR).
Below you will find two early-view articles published between the timeframe listed in two of NCFR's journals. The article published in FR provides an examination of youth, relationships, and Family Life Education, while the article from JFTR explores digital scholarship and its relevance to Family Science.
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Love Notes: A quasi-experimental comparison of formats and a 3-month follow-up — J. Scott Crapo, Ph.D., NCFR members Kay Bradford, Ph.D., Brian J. Higginbotham, Ph.D., LMFT (FR)
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Mobilizing family science in the digital era: A critical retrospective of the JFTR digital scholarship board — NCFR member Tyler B. Jamison, Ph.D., CFLE, Casey Scheibling, Ph.D. (JFTR)
pictured above l to r: Bradford, Higginbotham, and Jamison
VIEW ALL NEW NCFR RESEARCH
If you are an NCFR member subscribed to one of our journals, you can access articles by logging into your NCFR account. You can also sign up for email alerts. |
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NCFR Journals
Follow NCFR Journals on Social Media
Keep up with the latest from NCFR's journals on social media! Find, follow, and tag our three journals on these platforms:
Journal of Marriage and Family (JMF): Bluesky | Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn
Family Relations: Interdisciplinary Journal of Applied Family Science (FR): Bluesky | Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn
Journal of Family Theory & Review (JFTR): LinkedIn
LEARN MORE ABOUT NCFR JOURNALS |
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CALL FOR ARTICLES |
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NCFR Nexus: Winter 2026 Call for Articles
Submission deadline: Nov. 1
The winter 2026 issue of NCFR Nexus will explore later adulthood. According to the 2020 U.S. Census, the median age of the United States population is increasing. Growing numbers of older adults presents both opportunities and challenges. Many older adults live healthy, independent lives while others require significant care, often by unpaid family members.
Examples of potential topics include the following and more:
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What does the research tell us about the well-being of later-life adults?
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How can communities support healthy aging?
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What kind of support do families need when they are caring for elders?
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How are colleges and universities preparing the next generation of family professionals to serve older adults and their families?
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How do Family Life Educators support older adults and multigenerational families in their practices?
NCFR Nexus seeks to bring together the voices of researchers, educators, practitioners, and policymakers, fostering a diverse knowledge exchange. The NCFR Nexus editor invites authors to submit applied research-focused, teaching and learning-focused, and practice-focused articles that explore later adulthood.
Prospective authors should submit their articles through the NCFR Nexus Article Submission Form by Nov. 1, 2025. Contact the NCFR Nexus editor, Beth Magistad, Ph.D., CFLE, with questions, ideas, and intentions.
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Spring and summer NCFR Nexus calls are available as well.
LEARN MORE |
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NCFR AWARDS |
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NCFR Awards and Recognition
Dr. Marie F. Peters Award
Nominate or Self-Nominate by Aug. 31
The Dr. Marie F. Peters award, presented biennially (in odd years), was established in 1983 for the purpose of recognizing distinguished scholars, researchers, and practitioners who have made significant contributions to the area of ethnic minority families.
Candidates should be recognized for leadership and/or mentoring, scholarship, and/or service–research, publication, teaching, community service, and their contribution to the Racial and Ethnic and Diversity in Families (REDF) Section and NCFR.
>>Application deadline has been extended to Aug. 31<<
APPLY TODAY
The 2023 recipient was Chalandra Bryant, Ph.D., CFLE—learn more about Dr. Bryant's contributions.
Ready to nominate or apply? GO TO THE NCFR AWARDS SITE
Log in with your NCFR username or create an account easily at my.ncfr.org |
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NCFR Awards and Recognition
NCFR Seeks Nominations for 2025 Fellows
Nominations due Sept. 15
NCFR Fellow status is an honor awarded to living members of NCFR on the basis of their outstanding contributions to Family Science. We encourage nominations of all family scholars and professionals who have made contributions to the family field.
Among the recognized areas of contributions are scholarship, teaching, outreach, practice, and professional service, including service to NCFR. Nominees must be nominated by another NCFR member.
Please submit your nomination materials by Sept. 15.
LEARN MORE & NOMINATE |
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>> SEE ALL 2025 NCFR AWARDS << |
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NCFR STUDENT HONORS |
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NCFR Awards and Recognition
Did You Graduate or Are You Planning to Graduate in 2025?
2025 Graduates: Apply by Sept. 22
Are you a 2025 graduate or soon-to-be graduate with a degree in Family Science? Apply to the NCFR Honors Student Recognition Program and receive recognition for your accomplishments. LEARN MORE
The NCFR honors program is an opportunity available to students of all academic levels. The application deadline for all 2025 semesters (spring, summer, and fall) is Sept. 22. Tell your friends!
APPLY TODAY |
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CFLE UPDATES |
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CFLE Service Opportunity
Positions Available on the CFLE Advisory Board
LAST CALL: Apply by Sept. 1
NCFR is currently seeking 1 Employer Representative and 1 New Professional Representative to serve on the Certified Family Life Educator Advisory Board.
The Certified Family Life Educator (CFLE) Advisory Board's mission is to provide leadership for the ongoing development of the CFLE program as a method to advance and promote Family Life Education as an important and emerging profession.
The available positions are for three-year terms beginning Jan. 1, 2026. Email your application materials by Sept. 1, 2025.
SEE FULL DETAILS & APPLY TODAY |
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CFLE Conversations
Business Strategies for CFLEs
Wed., Sept. 10 / 11 a.m. – Noon CT
Facilitator: LaFarris L. Risby, CFLE
FREE for CFLEs / Renew your CFLE credential
Are you a CFLE starting or growing your business? Join this conversation to engage in discussion with other CFLEs doing the same work.
LaFarris L. Risby, CFLE, is a seasoned entrepreneur, business consultant, and child care pioneer with over 30 years of experience in business development, education, and community enrichment. As CEO of LaFarris, Inc. since 2016, Ms. Risby has been dedicated to helping individuals and businesses launch, grow, and thrive. She specializes in consultation and guiding clients through the process of building sustainable businesses, leveraging minority status, and accessing corporate and government-sponsored programs to create lasting financial and brand growth.
Ms. Risby founded Loving Arms Childcare & Preschool in 1999. With expertise in entrepreneurship, child care innovation, and community development, Ms. Risby provides tailored mentorship and training for entrepreneurs, emphasizing sustainable growth and impactful leadership. Her lifelong mission is to inspire success and build enduring legacies for individuals, families, and businesses.
Join Ms. Risby and fellow CFLEs for an engaging discussion on business strategizing.
RESERVE YOUR SEAT |
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Video of the Week
City of Firsts | Explore Baltimore History
Gearing up for the 2025 NCFR Annual Conference (affectionately known as NCFR 2025), let's take a look at the history of Baltimore. From the nation's first railroad to the first public gas streetlamp to the first municipal orchestra, explore the myriad of ways the city has made history.
WATCH VIDEO
Do you have a video of a local news story from your area, or something notable? Email a link to Kristal Johnson and perhaps we will feature it in Zippy News!
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NCFR JOBS CENTER |
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Employment Opportunities
Employers: Get your job opening included in Zippy News by posting it in
NCFR's online Jobs Center! Get started here. |
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Assistant/Associate, Department of Educational Psychology
Texas A&M University
The Educational Psychology Department in the College of Education and Human Development at Texas A&M University invites applications for one full-time assistant professor or associate professor position in Human Development & Family Sciences (HDFS).
This position will support the newly launched undergraduate program in HDFS and will include research, teaching, and service responsibilities. We seek candidates who demonstrate potential for leadership in the field of HDFS, including potential for research excellence and collaborative grant-funded research.
This is a nine-month tenure-track or tenured appointment with an anticipated start date no later than the fall semester of 2026.
Location: College Station, Texas
Required Education: Doctorate in human development and family sciences or related field
Application Deadline: Reviews of complete applications will begin October 15, 2025, and continue until the position is filled.
SEE FULL DETAILS & APPLY
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