The Indiana Youth Institute announced a statewide effort Tuesday to increase support for children, aiming to ensure each Hoosier child has at least five supportive adults in their lives by 2050.

The announcement came during the 2025 “KIDS COUNT Conference” in downtown Indianapolis, which annually brings together teachers, mentors, counselors and other youth-serving professionals.

The initiative , called “FIVE by 50,” seeks to connect children with multiple adults who can provide guidance, mentorship and encouragement.

“Strong connections do not just happen. They grow through intention, accountability, and teamwork,” said Tami Silverman, president and CEO of the Indiana Youth Institute, an Indianapolis-based nonprofit that provides training and other resources for youth-se

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