Working With Children Youth and Families in Permanency Planning

The Federal Child and Family Services Reviews looked at child welfare in every State and found that family input can help guide workers in permanency planning for every child and ensure that they have a support network during and after they leave out-of-home care. VISIT THE WEB SECTION

Child Abuse and Neglect Fatalities 2017: Statistics and Interventions

This summary presents State and local statistics and information on child fatalities due to abuse and neglect. VIEW THE FACTSHEET

2019 National Child Welfare Evaluation Summit

The 2019 National Child Welfare Evaluation Summit will be held on August 20-21 in Washington, DC. This year's theme is "Leveraging Data and Evaluation to Strengthen Families and Promote Well-Being." LEARN MORE

Mandatory Reporters of Child Abuse and Neglect

This reviews the laws and standards for all States and U.S. territories that designate the professionals that are required to report cases of suspected child abuse and neglect. ACCESS THE STATUTE

Child Welfare Information Gateway Podcast Series

This Child Welfare Information Gateway podcast series features interviews and conversations that share lessons learned and advice for enhancing services to protect children and families. LISTEN TO THE PODCASTS

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