Advocacy Tools

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)

In response to the COVID19 pandemic the FCT Foundation will be updating different resources and guidance for FCT Practitioners and Human Services workers. For FCT resources click here .(Read more)

In this letter this letter, Dr. Milner acknowledged the incredible work of child welfare professionals under conditions of unparalleled difficulty and he offered his sincere thanks for their ongoing efforts... (Read more)

The North Dakota Department of Human Services is accepting public comment on its draft plan for preventative services and programs aimed at keeping children out of foster homes. The draft... (Read more)

Family Voices United have resources for young people, birth parents, relative caregivers working together to drive change in foster care. Find resources here.(Read more)

Under the Family First Prevention Services Act (FFPSA), states can claim Title IV-E administrative costs for children receiving in-home services who meet specific criteria to be either traditional foster care... (Read more)

The Children's Defense Fund wants to make sure children and families have the information they need to navigate these unsettling times. You will find tools and resources they have collected... (Read more)

The spread of the coronavirus continues to be a top concern and, while the federal government leads the national response to COVID-19, state lawmakers are taking extra steps to respond... (Read more)