Foster care youth head to nation’s capital for Shadow Day program
Nearly 100 foster care youth and alumni will shadow members of Congress and share their experiences in the child welfare system.
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7 to 1: federal investments in child welfare
Transforming child welfare begins with more effective investments.
Cities United highlights ‘the fierce urgency of now’ for black men and boys
More than 300 participants shared ways to reduce violence and increase opportunities for African American men and boys.
Signs of Safety® Supervisor Practice Fidelity Assessment: Field Test and Evaluation Report
This report describes the development of a fidelity measurement tool for Signs of Safety® — an approach to assessing safety and risk in child protective services.
A mother’s love perseveres, helps others
In honor of Mother’s Day, we share the story of a courageous woman who overcame challenges and uses her experiences to help other parents.
Elements of Effective Practice for Children and Youth Served by Therapeutic Residential Care
This brief summarizes research on effective practices for children and youth referred to therapeutic residential care.
PBS explores programs that support foster youths’ educational success
One of the most important supports that helps students succeed in school is a deeply involved and caring adult.
William C. Bell, President and CEO, shares thoughts on Commission to Eliminate Child Abuse and Neglect Fatalities Report
The committee, jointly appointed by President Obama and Congress, developed a national strategy and recommendations for keeping more children safe from harm.
How do youth placed in foster care fare once they grow up?
The Northwest Foster Care Alumni Study provided a clearer picture of how alumni were functioning after they left care.
Pioneering demonstration projects reshape foster care, child welfare
In this video, see how Lorain County took on the challenge of reforming how it spent child welfare money.