Staff-led community to support working parents
Balancing a career and family is rewarding, but it can also be challenging.
The Working Parents Network supports Arizona State University faculty and staff who care for children, including parents, grandparents and caregivers. Parents of all ages are welcome, with a primary focus on families with children up to age 10. We provide two dedicated peer support spaces for our employees to connect, share resources and support one another.
Enroll in the WPN Canvas Course to join two monthly Zoom gatherings and access our comprehensive family resource library.
Enroll in the WPN Canvas Course
Educational meetings
On the first Friday of every month from noon to 1 p.m. on Zoom, the WPN hosts experienced speakers who present on child development topics.
- Ask questions after presentations.
- Explore parenting tips and strategies.
- Learn about available campus and community resources.
Informal community conversations
On the third Friday of every month from noon to 1 p.m. on Zoom, the WPN volunteer staff provides a safe space to connect and leads an open discussion to share experiences about raising children.
- Connect with other parents and caregivers.
- Share parenting experiences.
- Receive parenting tips and strategies
Resource library
The WPN Canvas course includes a resource library for every stage of the parenting journey, from pre-conception through parenting children of all ages. Resources include:
- ASU policies and benefits: Family and parental leave, employee counseling and an interactive map of on-campus lactation rooms.
- To find lactation rooms on the interactive map, select Services, then Lactation. Select a blue icon to view a room’s location, information and reservation options.
- Family and community: Child care resources, local family-friendly events, product guides and community resources.
Contacts
Caroline Fisher, volunteer
Madeline Sherman, volunteer
Cecilia Houston, case manager, Employee Assistance Office
Slack: #Workingparentsnetwork