Society and Culture

1. Regional Intervention Program  (site info) State-sponsored program teaches parents how to work with their preschool-age children to resolve and prevent behavior problems. News and information about the program, including a directory of locations. http://www.ripnetwork.org/ 2. Child Care Providers Locater  (site info) Directory of child care facilities, organized by county. Includes information on licensing, ages served, handicapped access, and other details. http://www.state.tn.us/humanserv/childcare/provide... 3. Tennessee Head Start  (site info) Association of 27 agencies working to improve the lives of low-income children by providing quality comprehensive child development services that are family focused, including education, health, nutrition and mental health. http://www.tnheadstart.org/index.html 4. Tennessee Immigrant and Refugee Rights Coalition  (site info) Advocacy for immigrants and refugees in the state, regardless of their legal status. Information about member organizations, focus areas, accomplishments, and current activities. http://www.tnimmigrant.org/ 5. The Face of Immigration in Tennessee  (site info) Analysis by UT law students of the experiences and needs of Latino immigrants in the state. Includes discussions and extensive advice on the legal rights/responsibilities of immigrants and migrant workers. http://web.utk.edu/~tnlatina/ 1-5 of 5.