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Explore the types of simulation training available, the benefits, costs, and other considerations, when setting up a simulation training program.

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
Video

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

Publication Year 2022
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Learn about the definition and calculation of the CFSR statewide data indicator maltreatment in foster care.

Publication Year 2022
Webinar

Explore the intersection of title IV-E waivers and other child welfare reforms with trends in healthcare reform.

Publication Year 2015
Webinar

​​Increase awareness and understanding of the healthcare needs of children and youth in foster care, the medical services available to them, and the healthcare services available for children who return home and youth who age out of care.​ 

Publication Year 2015
Video

Learn strategies to address the mental health needs of children, young people, and families.

Publication Year 2023
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Explore this tip sheet to learn about child welfare agency and court responsibilities related to APPLA provisions and strategies to achieve permanency.

Publication Year 2017
Webinar

Explore the benefits of reunification and post-reunification supports and how these strategies help prevent reentry into foster care. 

Publication Year 2016
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Watch this video to learn more about how a vision for prevention influences the development of a prevention plan.

Publication Year 2021
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Watch this video to learn more about state experiences communicating with partners about prevention. 

Publication Year 2021
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Watch this video to learn more about how states are engaging people with lived experience in prevention planning. 

Publication Year 2021
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Watch this video to learn more about prevention planning advice and lessons learned from state child welfare leaders.

Publication Year 2021
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Watch this video to learn more about state experiences building capacity for prevention.

Publication Year 2021
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Watch this video to learn more about how states are selecting and implementing prevention programs.

Publication Year 2021