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

Learn about quality contacts, why they are important, and how an agency can successfully implement them.

Browse casework activities to use before, during, and after a caseworker visit with children, youth, and families.

Get an overview of the issues related to the physical and emotional safety of child welfare workers.

Learn how supervisors and program managers can assist child welfare caseworkers in conducting quality visits with parents.

Get the latest research on decision science and safety decision-making practices in child welfare to help improved safety outcomes.

Learn about a framework for applying safety science to promote a culture of safety in child welfare agencies.

Explore innovative programs and strategies that child welfare professionals can use to support reunification and emphasize caregiver and parent voice.

Explore strategies to recruit and support caregivers, strengthen their voices, and work together with them to meet the needs of children and youth.

Bruce and Brenda have been married for 33 years and have four daughters. From 2006 to 2009, they provided a kinship placement for their four grandchildren. In 2010, the couple adopted Bruce (now 18 years old), Tre’Nae (now 15 years old), Mason (now 13 years old), and Kiaunna (now 10 years old).

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

Learn how to create an agency organizational culture that is inclusive and knowledgeable about the unique needs of LGBTQ children, youth, and families.

This handout is part of the series, “Perspectives on Normalcy: Videos and Discussion Questions.” It is designed to facilitate discussion about the issues raised in the video, “Kinship Adoption: You Get a Call, ‘Do You Want These Kids?’”

​​Explore various perspectives on how child welfare professionals can engage youth and young adults in child welfare practice.​ 

Learn how child welfare professionals and family leaders can use the Parent Partner Program Navigator, a web-based, interactive resource that offers guidance for designing and implementing parent partner programs at child welfare agencies.