This guide is designed to support administrative leaders in states and other jurisdictions in using data to assess and identify ways to improve their service array.

Learn about various instruments used to measure well-being for program, case planning, and evaluation purposes.

Explore how data reported in AFCARS about youth who run away from state custody can be used to inform interventions.

Use this guide for tips, and strategies concerning the critical role leadership plays in creating and sustaining positive organizational culture.

Learn the importance of effective, ongoing collaboration between child welfare agencies and community-based partners.

Learn effective strategies to collect, analyze, and use data related to caseworker visits.

Browse the “Leading Your Agency Through a Disaster” tip sheet to see how common elements of child welfare leadership can be adapted for effective disaster management and an example of action during each phase of disaster management.

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

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

Get practical information about supporting coordinated strategic and long-term planning.

See how staff can boost their knowledge and skills for engaging families, community providers, and others.

Find out where evidence-based programs and services are being implemented to prevent children from entering foster care.

Review the protective capacities and protective factors frameworks used to assess, intervene, and serve families.

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

Use this discussion guide with the “Reflecting on Racial Equity and the Family First Prevention Services Act” video to facilitate team discussions about your agency’s current practice and opportunities to take action.