Silverman Commentary: Helping Young People Develop Constructive Patriotism
By Tami Silverman President and CEO of Indiana Youth Institute July 23, 2026 This month’s events celebrating 250 years of American history remind us of our duty to prepare children for the nation’s future. That duty falls not just on families. Educators, mentors, coac “...”
Silverman Commentary: Positive Youth Mental Health Begins with Belonging
By Tami Silverman President & CEO of Indiana Youth Institute May 22, 2026 For years, conversations about youth mental health understandably have focused on crises. Rates of rising anxiety, depression, loneliness, and stress among young people have captured national attention. “...”
Silverman Commentary: Every month must be child abuse prevention month
By Tami Silverman President & CEO of Indiana Youth Institute April 24, 2026 April is Child Abuse Prevention Month, and the newest data from the 2026 Indiana KIDS COUNT® Data Dashboards offers a clear reminder that protecting our children must remain a year-round prio “...”