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Enabling a promising future for our youth helps build a more equitable Puerto Rico, writes William Pagán, analyst for Grupo Nexos social policy division.

Historical trauma shapes Puerto Rico’s identity. To heal, we must address its roots, embrace our cultural pride, and foster resilience.

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Breaking the poverty cycle requires addressing its deep impact on mental health. Preventive and therapeutic strategies, starting from gestation, can reduce trauma and foster healthy development for children and families.

The overdose crisis is a public health emergency. Harm reduction, decriminalization, and community-driven solutions are key to saving lives.

Puerto Rico has achieved a significant milestone, becoming the first territory in the U.S. to have an approved child welfare prevention plan. This plan, aligned with the federal public policy contained in the Family First Prevention Services Act, not only increases the state’s capacity to recover funds from the federal government but also sets a promising path for our families, children,...