Partnership for a Resilient Kentucky(PaRK)is a group of people and organizations committed to supporting positive childhood experiences and building resilience across the lifespan. PaRK shares current research and best practices to promote positive childhood experiences and reduce the impact of adversity and trauma on individuals, families, and communities.

PaRK Advisory Group:

  • Ivanora Alexander Belle, Office for Children with Special Health Care Needs

  • Brittany Barber, Department for Behavioral Health, Developmental & Intellectual Disabilities

  • Dr. Joe Bargione, Bounce Coalition

  • Melissa Benson, Camp Beacon

  • Tami Blevins, Kentucky Partnership for Families & Children, State Interagency Council

  • Gena Boyle, Department for Community Based Services

  • Dr. Allen Brenzel, Department for Behavioral Health, Developmental & Intellectual Disabilities

  • Julie Brooks, Department for Public Health

  • Janna Estep-Jordan, Prevent Child Abuse Kentucky

  • Dana Fryman, Department for Community Based Services

  • Melissa Goins, Department of Family Resource and Youth Services Centers

  • Dr. Katherine Jordan, University of Louisville

  • Beth Martin, Department of Family Resource and Youth Services Centers

  • Kristin Martin, The Nest

  • Amalia Mendoza, Foundation for a Healthy Kentucky

  • Dr. Tena Robbins, Department for Behavioral Health, Developmental & Intellectual Disabilities

  • Miriam Silman Department for Behavioral Health, Developmental & Intellectual Disabilities

  • Dr. Chuck Stamper, University of Kentucky 4-H

  • Jim Tackett, Kentucky Department of Education

  • Donna Taylor, Governor’s Office for Early Childhood

  • Dr. Connie White, Emeritus Department for Public Health