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CFSR Terms, Acronyms, and Definitions

Learn common CFSR terms and acronyms.

Publication Year 2024
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Partnering With Young People and Families in CFSR Data Discussions

Combine lived expertise with agency perspectives to better understand state child welfare data.

Publication Year 2024
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CFSR Statewide Assessment Readiness Checklist, Timelines, and Organization

Access this project management resource to plan for the CFSR Statewide Assessment. 

Publication Year 2024
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CWVE 2021 Session 4 Presentation

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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Resource List: Intentional Inclusion: Creating Equity in the Workplace

Explore resources related to Intentional Inclusion: Creating Equity in the Workplace video. 

Publication Year 2021
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Intentional Inclusion: Creating Equity in the Workplace 

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

Publication Year 2021
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Strategies for Authentic Integration of Family and Youth Voice in Child Welfare

Explore tips and strategies to effectively engage and sustain the involvement of families and youth at the agency level. 

Publication Year 2019
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Defining Quality Contacts

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

Publication Year 2017