The Oklahoma Institute for Child Advocacy takes the role of championing causes for kids very seriously. OICA has worked at the state capitol and around Oklahoma for 34 years to see better opportunities, primarily for at-risk kids. While we will… Read More
Is Your Glass Half-Full?
I try to be a “glass half-full” kind of person, but there are times when parts of your world can wear you down. We all experience this to some extent, but it is how you deal with these situations that… Read More
For Some, It’s Not the Most Wonderful Time of the Year
The holidays are often a time to rejoice, but some do not share the joyful feelings of the season. The shorter days of winter can bring a gloomy mood and the hype of the holidays can set unrealistic expectations, especially… Read More
Never Forget the Children of Those who Serve our Nation
I look forward to the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month each year as a time to celebrate our freedoms and thank those who served in our military. This year, I had the great pleasure of… Read More
KIDS COUNT Conference a Success
Office of Juvenile Affairs Director Steve Buck addresses the KIDS COUNT Conference participants This past week, the OK KIDS COUNT Conference saw more than 250 advocates come together to discuss issues impacting the children of Oklahoma. We were fortunate… Read More
Have a Happy and Safe Halloween!
With Halloween approaching, everyone has to be on the watch for ghouls and goblins. That does not mean to be fearful, but to be careful as children are out collecting bags full of treats. Our friends at the American Academy… Read More
Mental Health and Substance Abuse 2016 Legislation
To download pdf click the following Mental Health 2016. For the full 2016 Legislation Report click here.
Foster Care 2016 Legislation
To download the pdf click the following Foster Care 2016. For the full 2016 Legislation Report click here.
Health and Safety 2016 Legislation
To download the pdf click the follwing Health 2016. View the full 2016 Legislation here.
Office of Juvenile Affairs 2016 Legislation
For the download and pdf click the following Juvenile Affairs. To view the full 2016 legislative report click here.