Center for States

An important message from the Capacity Building Center for States:

Learn more about statewide data indicators, including their definitions, calculation specifications, data requirements, and national performance values for CFSR Round 4, using resources and tools in this series: buff.ly/3ulKenE

Find resources in our final CapNEWS related to #KinshipCareMonth, #NationalHispanicHeritageMonth, #CWWorkforce, #CFSR, #FFPSA, and more! buff.ly/3zoRXHZ

One way to support change management in child welfare is by using implementation science—the study and practice of implementing evidence- and research-based strategies. These approaches can improve child and family safety, permanency, and well-being. buff.ly/4fQmmPD

Learn from caregivers and families of origin who have experienced kinship care. This publication shares #stories and #advice on the importance of communication, building trust, and securing support. #KinshipCareMonth buff.ly/4eqElKV

Engaging those with lived experience in #ChildWelfare is essential to the #CFSR. Use this tool to help a CFSR team prepare for data discussions with young people and family leaders: buff.ly/47ti7FP

September is National Hispanic Heritage Month! Explore research and resources designed by @NRCHispanic to help reduce disparities among Hispanic children, young people, and families:buff.ly/3t20J78

Use the resources and tools in our recently updated Family-Agency Leadership Academy to learn more about starting, implementing, or assessing your agency's engagement with family leaders and young people with lived experience & expertise in #ChildWelfare buff.ly/3TbhoTV

All families need help sometimes. Use this @ChildWelfareGov factsheet to help immigrant and refugee families better understand what the U.S. child welfare system is, their rights, and tips for partnering with caseworkers. buff.ly/3MJfnL8

Read our “Spotlight On Leading Across Systems” message to learn how child welfare agencies can cultivate leaders and better support #ChildWelfare professionals in their leadership journeys: buff.ly/3XwKY7A

Learn more about how the Center for Workforce Equity and Leadership advances #RacialEquity and social justice within the #ChildWelfare workforce and improves workforce recruitment and retention through site-specific support: cwel.org

During this year’s #ChildWelfareWorkforceDevelopmentMonth, celebrate your team, social workers, and other #ChildWelfare professionals by checking out our Workforce Development topic page to find resources that can support and strengthen your workforce:buff.ly/3MwOsAU

Find out how the QIC-WA addresses persistent #ChildWelfare workforce challenges with data-driven solutions and works with agencies to ensure that they are empowered to support the children and young people in their care:buff.ly/4a8TO0D

A child welfare agency can become more “family-focused” by developing an organizational culture that seeks out and respects family voice, preserves relationships, and partners with the community. Access our series to learn more: buff.ly/4cPgwv0

Our Change and Implementation tipsheet provides activities, discussion prompts, and strategies, to support teams in identifying a theory of change, effective interventions, outcomes, and more: buff.ly/3yXZb5s

If you missed the 2024 #CWVE, here’s your chance to learn about transformational leadership in #ChildWelfare, how to advance your leadership skills, and more! Find session recordings, learning resources, and more at buff.ly/3MchAhO

September is National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month. Check out these resources that can help you spot the signs and raise awareness around #MentalHealth: buff.ly/3C0QpTs #YouMatter #988Lifeline

For #ChildWelfareWorkforceDevelopmentMonth, check out our Fostering Psychological Safety on Child Welfare Teams resources to learn more about psychological safety, what it is, and how to improve it among your workforce: buff.ly/49zae21

RELEASE: Statement by Secretary Xavier Becerra - Kinship Care Month Continue reading: buff.ly/47ad3WI

September is National Child Welfare Workforce Development Month, an opportunity for child welfare professionals to celebrate their achievements. Learn more. #CWworkforce #WeAreChildWelfare buff.ly/3cVPTLJ