The Strengthening Families Together Collaborative is a biannual, cross-agency forum convened by the Oklahoma State Department of Health (OSDH), Oklahoma Human Services (OKDHS), and the Oklahoma Commission on Children and Youth (OCCY). It brings partners together to strengthen prevention efforts, promote protective factors, and support family well-being across Oklahoma.
The convening also serves as a forum to advance Oklahoma’s State Plan for the Prevention of Child Abuse & Neglect, creating space for alignment, shared learning, and coordinated action among state agencies, community partners, and stakeholders.
Spring 2026 Convening
Date: Monday, March 30, 2026
Time: 4:30–6:30 PM (CT)
Location: OKANA Resort & Indoor Waterpark, Oklahoma City, OK
Registration: Click here.
Cost: Free to attend
The Spring 2026 convening will focus on infrastructure investment, including supporting a highly trained, trauma-informed workforce; investing in community-based solutions; and building capacity to scale evidence-based programs statewide. Dr. Chris Culver will serve as the keynote presenter, sharing “Be the Light.”
Who Should Attend
This convening is intended for state and local agency partners, community-based organizations and coalitions, prevention and family support providers, early childhood and behavioral health partners, and other stakeholders committed to strengthening outcomes for children and families.
What to Expect
Participants can expect partner updates, shared learning, and facilitated discussion focused on advancing prevention infrastructure and strengthening coordination across systems.
Contact
Danielle Dill, MPH, Program Manager
danielle.dill@occy.ok.gov
(405) 606-4902
Keitha Wilson, MSW, Programs Administrator
keitha.wilson@okdhs.org
(405) 215-1362
LaChez' English, MPH, MS, CBCAP Coordinator
LaChezE@health.ok.gov
(405) 426-8042