How You Can Help Stop Human Trafficking (with Ked Frank)
While slavery was abolished in America over 150 years ago, millions of people across the globe are trapped in some form of slavery, including some right in our back yard. North Carolina has been ranked 9th in the nation for having the highest cases of human trafficking. While this is proportionate to our population, it […]
How to Find True Love in Today’s World (with Jason Evert)
In the middle of a culture filled with dating apps, hookups, and high divorce rates, finding true love can feel next to impossible. On top of this, the barriers to finding love are amplified by a misunderstanding of what love is and how it is shown. This week on Family Policy Matters, host Traci DeVette […]
How Public Policy Can Support Stay at Home Parents (with Ivana Greco and Elliot Haspel)
Stay-at-home parents often go unnoticed, but the work that they do is invaluable. There are many challenges that come with at-home parenting, not the least of which is the lost income, so what can be done to support families who are making a substantial sacrifice to invest in their children? This week on Family Policy […]
Helping the Victims in Front of Us (with Heidi Olson)
Human trafficking is a horrible tragedy in all of its forms, but it often doesn’t look like what we might expect. In fact, it’s not uncommon to encounter victims in everyday places – from schools to hospitals to nail salons. The challenge is knowing what to look for so that they can get help. This […]
Flying Helicopters to Help Those Affected by Helene (with Eric Robinson)
Hurricane Helene caused immeasurable damage last year, destroying people’s lives, homes, and communities. While this is devastating, the response that we have seen has been beautiful. Many groups and individuals have risen up to help those affected, providing much-needed services and resources. This week on Family Policy Matters, host Traci DeVette Griggs welcomes Eric Robinson, […]
A Biblical Voice in National Politics (with Brent Leatherwood)
Politics play such a large role in our culture, especially when worldviews clash. Because of this, it is important for Christians to be aware of what is going on and to be involved in the process, so that we can be a voice of truth in the public sphere. This week on Family Policy Matters, […]
Protecting Women, Girls, and Title IX (with Matt Sharp)
Over the last year, there has been a great deal of discussion around Title IX and who it should protect. The Biden Administration took efforts to redefine Title IX to include protections for people based on “gender identity,” but these efforts have recently fallen flat thanks to the work of organizations like Alliance Defending Freedom. […]
Opening Doors for School Choice in North Carolina (with Mike Long)
North Carolina has long been a national leader in school choice. One of the primary programs that enables parents to choose the school that is the best fit for their child is the Opportunity Scholarship Program, which offers scholarship money to families of all incomes. This week on Family Policy Matters, host Traci DeVette Griggs […]
Noble U: Equipping the Next Generation (with Steve Noble)
Ronald Reagan once said that freedom is “never more than one generation away from extinction.” This is why it is critical to invest in the next generation, so that they understand our government and can engage in civics in a meaningful way. It is even more important, though, that they have a Biblical worldview, and […]
Disciple Your Children in an Age-Appropriate Way (with Andrew Walker)
As we’ve seen in the last decade, if we don’t intentionally disciple our children, the culture will. This has been especially true for issues such as abortion and the transgender agenda. These are heavy topics, though, and it can be hard to know how to talk about them with children in an age-appropriate manner. This […]