Goode News – September 2024


Article By:  Hal B. Goode, Executive Director

Newsletter   |   Sep 18, 2024

Upcoming SEACAA Conference: Preparing for a Stronger Future

As we look ahead to the upcoming Southeastern Association of Community Action Agencies (SEACAA) Annual Conference, I am excited to represent Central Kentucky Community Action Council (CKCAC) and join leaders from across the region. This conference provides us with invaluable opportunities to grow, learn, and develop strategies that help us better serve the needs of our community.

Building Stronger Communities Through Collaboration

SEACAA’s mission is to equip Community Action Agencies with the tools and knowledge to work more effectively with local leaders, volunteers, and other organizations. The importance of these partnerships cannot be overstated. Through collaboration, we can tackle challenges such as poverty, housing, and food insecurity with a united front. At this year’s conference, I look forward to learning new approaches and sharing ideas with fellow attendees on how to better engage and mobilize local resources to meet the diverse needs of our communities.

Focus on Early Childhood Education and Head Start

CKCAC Head Start Director, Bryan Conover will be attending the conference as well and one of the critical issues that SEACAA continues to address is early childhood education. Our Head Start programs are at the heart of this effort, providing comprehensive services that go beyond just classroom learning. Head Start ensures that children receive access to healthcare, nutrition, and family support, giving them the strong foundation they need to succeed in school and beyond. At the conference, there will be important discussions around the future of early childhood education and how we can continue to enhance these services for the benefit of children and families.

Who SEACAA Is and Why It Matters

For those unfamiliar, SEACAA is an organization that supports Community Action Agencies across the Southeastern United States. Their work focuses on empowering agencies like ours to reduce poverty and improve the quality of life for low-income families. SEACAA provides resources, advocacy, and training that help us to expand our reach, improve our programs, and build stronger communities.

I have attended the SEACAA conference in the past and firmly believe those conferences are  equipped with new insights and strategies that will help Central Kentucky Community Action continue its mission of supporting our most vulnerable neighbors.

Thank you for your continued support, and more to come……………………much more……………….