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The Center for States provides research assistance and responds to information requests on building capacity in child welfare.

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

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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.

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

Podcast

Explore the efforts agencies, community collaborative organizations, and others are making to bring families, youth, and communities to the table as they strive to improve the child welfare system in this podcast. 

Video

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

Webinar

Explore promising practices in pregnancy, parenting, and prevention services and view practice examples, including evidence-based programs, in-home services, and specialized units.

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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.