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Learn about the range of practices comprising the continuum of youth engagement to youth empowerment.

Publication Year 2023
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Learn solid strategies for understanding and implementing the trauma-informed care provisions of the FFPSA.

Publication Year 2021
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Get informed about creating normalcy for LGBTQ children and youth in foster care and browse relevant examples.

Publication Year 2016
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Find information about using collaborative practices and models across human service systems to better serve families dealing with co-occurring issues.

Publication Year 2017
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Learn how domestic violence documentation can help hold perpetrators accountable and promote survivor safety and well-being.

Publication Year 2017
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Discover a comprehensive range of information about domestic violence decision-making.

Publication Year 2017
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Find family engagement strategies for survivors, children, and perpetrators of domestic violence.

Publication Year 2017
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Examine foundational information and suggestions for effective casework and supporting examples for families experiencing domestic violence.

Publication Year 2017
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Get the basics on general practice for agency interventions, including screening, documenting descriptions of abuse and protective efforts, and evaluating risk.

Publication Year 2017
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Learn how domestic violence and child maltreatment affect families and read about the risks, impacts, protective efforts, and other related topics.

Publication Year 2017
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Examine a five-step framework that helps organizations promote youth engagement in normalcy conversations about the youth’s own care.

Publication Year 2017
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Explore the various aspects of the importance of normalcy for children and youth in care.

Publication Year 2016
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Use the template and instructions provided to develop parent partner program manuals.

Publication Year 2016
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Explore strategies for redesigning the child welfare service array to meet the needs of youth and young adults currently and formerly in foster care.

Publication Year 2023
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Explore tips to help promote youth mental health and wellness services, jurisdictional highlights, and links to relevant resources and tools.

Publication Year 2023