Connecting Hope is a production of the Mississippi Department of Human Services. Join us as we explore the people, policies, and programs that bridge the gap from hopelessness to hope for Mississippians, young and old.
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In this episode will be talking with Dr. Chad Allgood of the Division of Early Childhood Care and Development about how the Child Care Payment Program supports the Mississippi workforce and lays the foundation for Mississippi's youngest residents to succeed in their quest for lifelong learning. The CCDF serves over 32,000 Mississippi families acces…
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Executive Director Bob Anderson and Legislative Affairs and Senior Policy Analyst Director Alex Bucklew sit down to discuss the 2024 Legislative Session, bills that made it through legislation and what is next for MDHS. (01:12) - Meet our Legislative Affairs & Senior Policy Advisor (03:47) - Why was the session longer this year? (08:36) - How MDHS …
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Executive Director Bob Anderson joins Mark Jones in this kickoff episode of Connecting Hope. Inside this episode, they discuss: The First Four Years In the Hope Business Upcoming news on the application process How is the agency listening to client feedback Employee Initiatives New Technologies Baskets of Benefits Strategic Plan What is the S.U.C.C…
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