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What is Familyhood?

A best-practice and research-informed statewide strategy that engages systems, communities, and local entities in building the capacity of vulnerable Oklahomans to improve family well-being and self-sufficiency.

A unifying brand that organizes strategies to support pillars of family success

Parenthood Fatherhood Motherhood Childhood Neighborhood Livelihood

Our Goals

Provide vulnerable families with access to high-quality services

Expand the use of evidence-informed approaches and best practices

Grow safety net systems and community-based capacity to support low-income families

Build adult and youth capacity through education, skill building, and coaching

Enhance TANF Modernization efforts with training, technical assistance, and tools

Multi-Strategy Design

Program Support & Infrastructure

Build and maintain the Familyhood strategy

OKDHS staff training
Training & Technical Assistance to OKDHS funded contractors
Policy & practice resources
Research, data collection, & performance management
Strategic communications

Statewide Services

Equip local communities and service providers

Curriculum training and implementation support
Healthy Relationships
- Fatherhood
- Parenting
- Financial Literacy
- Leadership & Coaching
Local capacity & collaborations

Innovation Lab

Develop research-informed innovations and opportunities

Family Expectations
0-3 programming
Wellspring weekends for high-need populations
Research, data collection, & performance management
Integration with other human services efforts

Need More Insight?

Familyhood Model