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- Amy Simonne - Editor
- Tracy Irani - Chair, Approver
- Amanda Quintos - ICS Editor
RECENT & REVISED PUBLICATIONS
Substance Use and Rural Populations
FY1518/FCS3379by Erin Kersey, LaToya J. O'Neal, Ashlyn Michael, Beatrice Pierre, Tyler Nesbit, and Larry ForthunFebruary 21st, 2023This article aims to describe the impact of substance use on rural communities, to share knowledge of the unique challenges rural populations face, to highlight the need for prevention efforts geared towards adolescents, and to inform Extension professionals about current UF/IFAS initiatives. Written by Erin Kersey, LaToya J. O’Neal, Ashlyn Michael, Beatrice Pierre, Tyler Nesbit, and Larry Forthun, and published by the UF/IFAS Department of Family, Youth and Community Sciences, February 2023.Critical Issue: Families and Communities
How to Prevent Foreclosure on Your Home
HE724/FCS3227by Judy Corbus, Johanna Gomez-Gonzalez, Michael Gutter, and Virginia PeartJanuary 22nd, 2023Foreclosure is the legal process a lender uses to acquire a borrower’s property after the borrower has failed to meet the mortgage contract obligations. The lender seizes the property and sells it to pay off your mortgage. Foreclosure can ruin your credit rating for years. This publication discusses steps to take to prevent foreclosure on your home. Written by Judy Corbus, Johanna Gomez-Gonzalez, Michael Gutter, and Virginia Peart, and published by the UF/IFAS Department of Family, Youth and Community Sciences, revised December 2022.Critical Issue: Families and Communities
Social and Community Benefits and Limitations of Urban Agriculture
FY1517/FCS3378by Alicia Papanek, Catherine G. Campbell, and Hannah WootenJanuary 19th, 2023This publication provides an overview of the benefits of urban food production, along with potential challenges that can limit the success of these operations. Written by Alicia Papanek, Catherine G. Campbell, and Hannah Wooten, and published by the UF/IFAS Department of Family, Youth and Community Sciences, January 2023.Critical Issue: Families and Communities
The Role of Coalitions in the Health and Well-Being of Farmworkers
FY1513/FCS3374by Ashlyn Michael, LaToya O’Neal, Reagan Anderson, Beatrice Pierre, and Tracy IraniJanuary 12th, 2023Farmworker coalitions provide an informal, non-governmental path for farmers and farmworkers to assemble and advocate for their rights in a safe and accessible manner. This publication aims to educate established entities such as Extension on the importance of farmworker coalitions and their role in the facilitation and development of these coalitions. Written by Ashlyn Michael, LaToya O’Neal, Reagan Anderson, Beatrice Pierre, and Tracy Irani, and published by the UF/IFAS Department of Family, Youth and Community Sciences, September 2022.Critical Issue: Families and Communities
Foster Care Youth in Transition: How to Help Mitigate Risks of Homelessness Faced by Teens and Emerging Adults in the Foster Care System
FY1516/FCS3377by Francesca Michelini, Kate Fogarty, Randall Cantrell, and Marilyn SwisherDecember 13th, 2022This article discusses multiple problems that youth encounter after they exit foster care, and the ways that almost anyone can work to help these young people. Written by Francesca Michelini, Kate Fogarty, Randall Cantrell, and Marilyn Swisher, and published by the UF/IFAS Department of Family, Youth and Community Sciences, November 2022.Critical Issue: Families and Communities
