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Learn how implementation teams can assess readiness for change and implementation and support related planning.

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Explore information and strategies for advancing racial equity through problem exploration.

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Hear about the youth-led projects of the Division X Technical Assistance project in fiscal year 2022.

Webinar

Hear how Division X Technical Assistance Targeted Assistance Projects (TAPs) helped child welfare agencies enhance policies and practices for youth and young adults.

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Explore concepts, terms, and foundational information about psychological safety on child welfare teams.

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Learn about how Jamall reunified with family members and enjoyed family cookouts and holidays with the help of Jennifer and the Family Finder program through Kinnect Ohio.

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Learn about Jamall’s reunification with his mother, grandmother, and other family members through Kinnect Ohio’s Finding Family program.

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Learn about Jennifer’s commitment to facilitating belonging and lifelong support for children in foster care through the Kinnect Ohio Family Finding program.

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Use the resources in this list to support young people’s transitional needs and help them develop the skills needed for independent living after exiting foster care.

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Learn strategies to address the mental health needs of children, young people, and families.

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Set the groundwork for meaningful engagement of people with lived experience in the CFSR.

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Read this resource to learn about direct financial assistance and emergency financial assistance available to young people.

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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.

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