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A Data-Driven Approach to Service Array Guide

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.

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An Overview of Independent Verification and Validation Services for Child Welfare Information Systems Development

Explore how independent verification and validation services for title IV-E agencies are used for child welfare information systems projects.

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Application Example for Using the State Data Profile and Context Data

Discover how to examine and drill down into state data to build understanding of what’s happening in your child welfare system.

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At Risk for Sex Trafficking: Youth Who Run Away From Foster Care

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

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Becoming a Workforce of Everyday Scientists: Frontline Staff in Agencies and Tribes

Explore how frontline child welfare professionals can use data and evidence in their everyday practice. 

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Becoming a Workforce of Everyday Scientists: Legal and Judicial Professionals

Explore how legal and judicial professionals can use data and evidence in their everyday practice. 

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Becoming a Workforce of Everyday Scientists: Leaders and Decision Makers in Agencies and Tribes

Explore how child welfare leaders, managers, and supervisors can motivate their staff to use data and evidence in their everyday practice. 

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CFSR Connections and Integration Tool

Reflect on past results to inform plans for future improvements.

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Change and Implementation in Practice: Overview Video

Watch the Change and Implementation in Practice: Overview video to learn how key steps, tasks, and concepts fit together to support your agency’s change initiatives. 

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Collaborating to Collect and Use Data to Inform Quality Contacts

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

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CQI Self-Assessment Instrument Rating Guide

Get guidance for completing the CQI self-assessment instrument, see suggested sources for local assessment data, and learn to rate assessment results.

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CQI Training Academy: Making It Work For You Recorded Webinar

Discover the key components of the Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) Training Academy.

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CQI Training Academy: Using Data to Implement Change Handbook

Build a common understanding of Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) best practices and learn how your CQI team can apply those practices as your agency works to strengthen families, deliver equitable services, and build more resilient communities.

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CWVE 2019 Access the Exhibit Hall resources

The Center for States’ virtual Exhibit Hall booth features several products that focus on workforce development, including a variety of publications, videos, and learning experiences to help agencies foster healthy and supportive environments for child welfare professionals.

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CWVE 2019 Closing Session Presentation

CWVE 2019 Closing Session Presentation Maximizing Our Collective Impact