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Webinar

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

Video

Learn about Catherine’s journey recovering from trauma and addiction to be successfully reunified with her daughter.

PDF

Use this presentation to follow along with the speakers as you watch the 2021 CWVE Session 4 webinar, Intentional Inclusion: Creating Equity in the Workplace. 

PDF

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

Video

Learn about Dezzie’s experience bonding with her newborn while embracing parenting classes and other agency supports in her journey to be reunified with her daughter.

Webinar

Discover how parent partner programs support family reunification by guiding and motivating parents into constructive interactions with the child welfare system and courts.

Video

Explore strategies to help child welfare organizations create equity in the workplace. 

PDF

Explore resources related to Intentional Inclusion: Creating Equity in the Workplace video. 

PDF

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