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Use this presentation to follow along with the speakers as you watch the 2021 CWVE Session 3B webinar, Culturally Responsive Engagement and Partnership.

Publication Year 2021
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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. 

Publication Year 2021
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Learn about quality contacts, why they are important, and how an agency can successfully implement them.

Publication Year 2017
Webinar

Learn about research and practice insights for implementing evidence-based practices in child welfare systems.

Publication Year 2015
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Explore the various aspects of the importance of normalcy for children and youth in care.

Publication Year 2016
Webinar

Explore the practical application of implementation science in child welfare.

Publication Year 2015
Video

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

Publication Year 2021
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Read recent research on child welfare workforce management, including recruitment and retention, professional development, and organizational culture.

Publication Year 2018
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Find out how simulation training is used in child welfare and learn the five key steps for developing and implementing a simulation programs.

Publication Year 2020
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Bruce and Brenda have been married for 33 years and have four daughters. From 2006 to 2009, they provided a kinship placement for their four grandchildren. In 2010, the couple adopted Bruce (now 18 years old), Tre’Nae (now 15 years old), Mason (now 13 years old), and Kiaunna (now 10 years old).

Publication Year 2016
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Learn to be more intentional about creating opportunities to relate to the staff and families you serve and to infuse more empathy into your agency.

Publication Year 2020
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Explore additional resources to learn how child welfare organizations can create equity in the workforce. 

Publication Year 2022
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Learn how child welfare organizations can create equity in the workforce. 

Publication Year 2022
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Browse casework activities to use before, during, and after a caseworker visit with children, youth, and families.

Publication Year 2017
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Learn how supervisors and program managers can assist child welfare caseworkers in conducting quality visits with parents.

Publication Year 2017