Creating a better future for children and families in a time of crisis
Our 2020 special report highlights how communities are innovating to respond to the tremendous impact of COVID-19 on children and families.
District of Columbia
How do Washington, D.C.’s community collaboratives provide neighborhood-based supports to families?
Washington, D.C.’s Child and Family Services Agency partners with neighborhood collaboratives to support families where they live.
How did Washington, D.C., develop its approach to meaningful continuous quality improvement?
Learn how D.C.’s child protection agency implemented a CQI system that focuses on family support and on preventing child removal.
What leadership strategies have advanced transformation in the District of Columbia?
Director Donald describes her leadership strategies, which have transformed the District of Columbia Child and Family Services Agency.
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.
Former foster youth share their stories
In this video, former foster youth share their stories about their experiences in care and how society often perceives them.
Research Evidence and Benefit-Cost Data for Title IV-E Waiver Interventions
States with Title IV-E demonstrations are using evidence-based practices, but more cost-benefit analyses are needed.
