See statistics on increased risks for LGBTQ youth and learn how child welfare systems can use healthy approaches when working with LGBTQ children and youth.

Get guidance, tips, and strategies for assessing agency culture and climate. 

Examine current research and how best to build organizational capacity in five areas, and learn about possible challenges and solutions.

Helps public child welfare agencies understand the purpose of and context for the Creating LGBTQ Affirming Agencies video and how the video can be used to support lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and questioning (LGBTQ) children, youth, and families who are involved in the child welfare system.

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

Learn how to create an agency organizational culture that is inclusive and knowledgeable about the unique needs of LGBTQ children, youth, and families.

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

Adapt  policies and practices to meet the growing needs of LGBTQ children, youth, and families. 

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.