This journal article summary challenges child welfare leaders to reexamine protocols for identifying substance-exposed infants.
2026
Signature Report
See how safely reducing the need for foster care leads to stronger families.
safe children | strong families | supportive communities
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How are some states and counties safely reducing foster care?
Several child welfare jurisdictions are employing strategies that reduce their foster care populations without compromising child safety.
How have home study and licensure requirements for kinship caregivers been simplified?
Recent federal policy changes require states to support kinship caregivers by streamlining approvals and ensuring fair financial assistance.
Cultivating Hope: Progress from child welfare to child and family well-being
Far fewer children live in foster care than 20 years ago. Learn about progress toward child and family well-being in our 2026 Signature Report.
Sowing the seeds of hope: Keeping children safe with families
In this report, we look at how communities are adapting their approach to ensuring child safety and how leaders can support continued progress.
How do Tribal health, Medicaid, and child welfare systems interact?
Various systems serving Native American children and families can work together to support services that improve safety and well-being.
What are examples of Tribal behavioral health and traditional healing programs?
The Sacred Child Project, Whazhazhe Early Learning Academy, and Healing Horse Ranch are profiled.
How can Tribal health, Medicaid, and child welfare partner to support traditional healing and behavioral health services?
Seven collaboration strategies have been successful in advancing culturally informed behavioral health approaches in Tribal communities.
Questions from the field
Browse resources that answer critical questions from leaders about meaningful child welfare approaches and strategies.
Community map data
Find numerous data sources to help you better understand your community.
Power of kinship care
Browse a collection of resources around agencies designing and implementing kin-first practices.