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CJA 101: Quick Facts About the Children's Justice Act Grant

Find the eligibility requirements of the Children’s Justice Act Grant and the roles and responsibilities of Grantees.

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Perspectives on Normalcy Handout: You Get a Call, "Do You Want These Kids?"

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?’”

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Perspectives on Normalcy Handout: DNA Doesn't Define Family, Love Does

Hear about the challenges and experiences of an adoptive family and how they created belonging, healthy development, and normal experiences.

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SLO 101: Quick Facts About State Liaison Officers

Learn about State Liaison Officers, who they are, their roles, responsibilities, and the Center for States resources available to them.

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Unregulated Custody Transfer/Re-homing of Adopted Children

Get a detailed overview of unregulated transfers of custody, covering risk of harm, screening, ICPC violations, and more.