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Positive Parenting: Families of Mixed Race and Culture

Positive Parenting Series

The Changing Face of America:

Families of Mixed Race and Culture

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With the influx of immigration from non-European countries, the increase in international adoptions, and of interracial marriages, sameness no longer defines the American family. While the blending of cultures and races brings tremendous benefits, at the same time, there are additional stressors

In order to help mixed families embrace their differences, strategies will be discussed to facilitate open communication about race and culture within the family.

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Tuesday, October 18, 6:45 pm at Hilton Branch

Karen Herrera LCSW, MS ., Ms Herrera is an Alumna and Fellow of The Multicultural Family Institute and has a private practice in Millburn NJ.

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