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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.

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Use this resource to prompt discussion and adopt a change management approach  during the development of child welfare information systems.

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Use the template and instructions provided to develop parent partner program manuals.

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

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Find meaningful and actionable connections among your agency’s strategic planning, review, and CQI efforts using this toolkit.

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Get an overview of the issues related to the physical and emotional safety of child welfare workers.

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Learn a research-informed framework for agencies to explore implementation of CQI systems across seven areas, including leadership support and modeling, staff and stakeholder engagement, communication, administrative structure, use of quality data, case record review process, and application of CQI findings.

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Use the integrated Theory of Change video workbook to record your questions and ideas for changing practice, which you can then use to apply the theory of change development process at your agency.

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Theory of Change discussion and activity guide  to support knowledge and skill development for individuals and teams and facilitate team discussion and targeted action planning.

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Engage staff and partners with activities in this guide to start a dialogue and create a vision for a more prevention-focused child welfare system.

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Use the guide and digital stories from this library with teams and individuals to advocate, inspire, support, recruit, train, and coach towards a better child welfare system. 

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Explore the four thematic pillars necessary for organizational capacity that supports engagement with young people currently and formerly in foster care.