Cultivating hope: Progress from child welfare to child and family well-being
Far fewer children live in foster care than 20 years ago. Learn more about progress toward child and family well-being in our 2026 Signature Report.
Resources
Parent partners: the power of peer support
This page has resources that describe parent partner programs, illustrate their impact, and offer implementation considerations.
Summary of child welfare class action litigation
This comprehensive list of class action litigation brought forward by or on behalf of children in foster care has been updated for 2026.
Family-Centered Substance Abuse Treatment Planning Brief
This family-centered substance abuse treatment planning brief outlines funding approaches and program implementation strategies.
Analysis of state definitions of child neglect
A review of child abuse and neglect definitions in state statutes found they vary widely and may contribute to unnecessary CPS intervention.
Interventions Shown to Be Effective with Children and Families of Color and LGBTQ2SI+ Persons Who May Be Served with Family First Funding Research Brief (Second Edition)
This paper summarizes interventions rated as Promising, Supported, or Well-Supported by the Family First Prevention Services Clearinghouse.
Creating healing pathways for children with behavioral health needs
This report provides key considerations for jurisdictions grappling with the intersection of behavioral health needs and child welfare system.
The effects of child poverty reductions on child protective services involvement
How would reducing child poverty affect referrals to CPS and foster care placements? Would it reduce racial disproportionality? Learn more.
Thriving Families, Safer Children, Supportive Communities
Learn how communities are engaging effectively with lived experience, addressing the system and investing in families.
What is a well-functioning child protection agency?
This white paper outlines the purpose and responsibilities of a well-functioning child protection agency.
Tools
Explore these tools to help build Communities of Hope.
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