Network for the Development of Children of African Descent

Family Literacy Programs: NdCAD operates literacy programs for children, youth and families that include: free book distributions, an after-school reading tutorial program, parent education classes and educational resources to support learning at home. The programs aim to help students and families improve reading and education outcomes that lead to school success. 2023 Highlights * Distributed approximately 1,000 free books to children and families. * Provided afterschool tutoring to 121 K-8th grade students, all of whom demonstrated gains in reading skills, reading levels and improved school/academic performance. * Provided parent education classes and support services to 110 parents who reported increased involvement in their children's education and improved confidence to advocate for themselves and their families. * Hosted monthly gatherings for 100 families to build parent-to-parent networks and share information that supports healthy child development and improved education outcomes. * Distributed NdCAD's home learning curriculum to approximately 400 families that helped parents and children learning together while building strong literacy foundations in homes.

Educational Resources & Professional Development Training: NdCAD provides a range of educational resources and professional development training seminars for educators and youth/family service providers. Our training programs help providers become more effective in their work with children and families. In 2023, 250 educators, administrators, youth workers and child/family advocates participated in our training programs. Participating organizations included schools, public libraries and community organizations as well as government employees who provide services to children and families. Participants reported receiving great benefit from the training, helping them become more effective and responsive to the needs of children and families with whom they work.