The Family First Act: An unprecedented opportunity to transform child welfare
Kids should grow up in safe, stable and secure families who support their long-term well-being. Research makes it clear — growing up in a family is essential for all kids, especially those who have experienced abuse or neglect. Family First is an opportunity moment that offers exciting possibilities for us to be responsive to the specific needs of children, teens and families.
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Family First Resource Database
This database has been compiled by partner organizations and contains links to resources relating to the Family First Act. Search by resource type, topic, geographic location, or source. Note that you may view two ways: summary and list. Have a Family First resource that you think would be useful? Share it here >
Report states Colorado lags behind in kinship placement
Ponch and Lettie said their culture is family, but they're fighting in court to bring their nephew's daughter into their family versus staying in foster care. Read the full article... (Read more)
Published Sep 19, 2023
What are some considerations for employing and supporting youth peer mentors in child welfare?
Peer support is a recognized therapeutic model for recovery and well-being that was first developed and used in the 1970s in the mental health and substance use disorder systems. Since... (Read more)
Published Sep 19, 2023
Supporting & Strengthening Our Nation’s Families: A Blueprint for the Development of Strong Networks of Family Resource Centers
Families represent the foundation of, and most fundamental unit within a society. When families are healthy and strong, communities thrive. A Family Resource Center1 (FRC) is a community or school-based... (Read more)
Published Sep 19, 2023
Governor’s working group issues suggestions to improve Arkansas’ foster care system
A working group of more than 130 Arkansans with experience in child welfare and foster care released a list of 11 recommendations on Monday to improve the state’s foster system,... (Read more)
Published Sep 19, 2023
Advancing Family Economic Mobility
Advancing Family Economic Mobility (AFEM) is an initiative committed to creating sustainable pathways to economic mobility and well-being for all people and families. Funded by the William K. Kellogg Foundation... (Read more)
Published Sep 11, 2023
Child and Adolescent Mental and Behavioral Health Principles
Our organizations, representing a diverse array of perspectives, are dedicated to promoting the mental health and wellbeing of infants, children, adolescents, and young adults. In this document, we have identified... (Read more)
Published Sep 11, 2023
Ending the Need for Group Placements
Ending the Need for Group Placements is a collective effort by the Annie E. Casey Foundation, Casey Family Programs and community partners across the nation to ensure all children grow... (Read more)
Published Sep 11, 2023
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