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The coronavirus pandemic isn’t only a threat to our nation’s health. It’s having a devastating impact on many communities — especially vulnerable populations like youth in foster care, transition age... (Read more)

The Capacity Building Center for States (the Center) helps agencies build capacity to improve child welfare practice and achieve safety, permanency, and well-being for children, youth, and families. When disasters... (Read more)

As courts across the country adjust to the rapidly changing environment that COVID-19 has presented, the use of technology has become even more critical. The use of various modes of... (Read more)

As the COVID-19 pandemic is changing the world, so is it changing the courts. Judicial officers, court staff, parties, subpoenaed witnesses, attorneys, and jurors must be healthy and safe in... (Read more)

The Prevention Services Clearinghouse is pleased to announce several additions to our working list of the next programs and services planned for systematic review. The following programs and services have... (Read more)

Amid the COVID-19 pandemic and anticipated economic downturn, foster and relative caregivers face a range of issues while providing critical supports for the more than 437,000 children and youth currently... (Read more)

NCSL staff and child welfare experts expect many older youth in the child welfare system will experience disruptions in their lives due to social distancing measures necessary to slow the... (Read more)

In response to the evolving COVID-19 crisis, some states have released guidance and directives to ensure children in congregate care placements remain safe and healthy. As always, NCSL recommend talking... (Read more)

As we learn more about the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic and its immediate impacts, NICWA is developing greater awareness of the potential far-reaching impacts it may have on different populations, systems,... (Read more)

The National Conference of State Legislatures released guidance for legislators regarding how to support child welfare professionals during this crisis. NCSL urges legislatures to ensure their child welfare professionals know... (Read more)