2GENERATION

🏡 What is the 2-Generation Program?

The 2-Generation Program (or 2Gen for short) is a program that helps both parents and children at the same time. The goal is to help families grow stronger, healthier, and more successful—together.

It’s called “2-Generation” because it focuses on two generations:

Kids (to help them learn and get ready for school)
Parents (to help them with jobs, money, and parenting)

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 How It Helps Families

The program offers things like:

Head Start and Early Head Start for young children to learn and get ready for school.
Parenting classes to help moms and dads build strong family relationships.
Job training and money skills for adults so they can find good jobs and manage their finances.
Health care and wellness support for the whole family.

Everything works together to help the whole family succeed.

📍 How It’s Helping in Emporia, VA

The Improvement Association runs this program in Emporia and nearby areas. Families in the program have:

Kids who are better prepared for school.
Parents who are getting jobs and earning more money.
Stronger family relationships and better communication at home.

It’s making a real difference in people’s lives.

📞 How to Join or Learn More

If you or someone you know is interested in joining the program, contact The Improvement Association:

Address: 1750 East Atlantic Street, Emporia, VA 23847
Phone: (434) 634-2490
Website: www.impassoc.org

Myra B. Walton

2Gen Family Coach | CSBG Reporter | Grant Writer
Email: mwalton@impassoc.org

Myra Walton serves as a 2Gen Family Coach with The Improvement Association, where she supports families in setting and achieving goals across education, employment, housing, and wellness. With over 20 years of experience in counseling, education, and human services, she brings a trauma-informed, family-centered approach to her work. Since joining the agency in 2017, she has been instrumental in advancing the Two-Generation Whole Family Initiative, helping families break generational cycles of poverty and build lasting stability.