Holistic Family Supports: A Discussion with Lilly James

Holistic Family Supports: A Discussion with Lilly James

Author: NCSEA March 12, 2025 Duration: 32:41

On today’s program, Tim Lightner (eWorld Enterprise Solutions) has the privilege to talk with Lilly James, Director of the Child Support Enforcement Program for the Nez Perce Tribal Court.  Lilly was a featured plenary speaker at the 2025 NCSEA Policy Forum in Washington DC and spoke on “Holistic Family Supports:  Integrating Comprehensive Supports for Thriving Families.”  Listen as she talks about the Nez Perce program, where it’s located, who it serves, and some highlights of the program.  Hear Lilly talk about how she got involved in the child support program.  She also speaks to how the tribal program is committed to holistic supports, which are rooted in Nez Perce traditions emphasizing interconnectedness. 


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