Dr. Robert Anda, a world renowned researcher in the area of chronic disease epidemiology, will present his research in Des Moines on the afternoon of June 11, from 12:30-4:30 p.m. He is the co-principal investigator of the Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACE) Study and a senior research consultant to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention.
The ACE study is one of the largest, on-going evaluations ever conducted that demonstrates the biomedical link between childhood experiences and later-life health and well-being. He will present his findings that unpack underlying root causes behind youth and adult depression, anxiety, and suicide, as well as other leading disease and disabilities that effect everyday workplace, home, school and community environments.
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There are approximately 2000 days between birth and the first day of kindergarten.
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The Department of Management is pleased to announce the hire of Jeffrey Anderson to the Early Childhood Iowa Office. As of April 15th, Jeff will become the project coordinator for the state’s early childhood advisory council grant.
Jeff comes to the Department of Management with a wealth of expertise and knowledge to lead Iowa’s early care, health and education system building work forward. Most recently, Jeff has served as a bureau chief at the Department of Human Services, Child Care Bureau. Jeff has also previously served on the Community Empowerment technical assistance team representing DHS.
As part of the Early Childhood Iowa Office, Jeff will lead the development and implementation for the Early Childhood Advisory Council Grant. Jeff will serve as lead staff supporting the Early Childhood Iowa Stakeholders Alliance and the component group structure.
Please help us welcome Jeff to our organization!
Shanell
email: shanell.wagler@iowa.gov
website: www.empowerment.state.ia.us
website: www.earlychildhoodiowa.org
Iowa’s Early Childhood Vision:
Every child, beginning at birth will be healthy and successful.
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