What are some considerations for employing and supporting youth peer mentors in child welfare?
Understand the benefits of employing youth peer mentors to support young people impacted by the child welfare system.
Resources
What impacts placement stability?
Explore the importance of placement stability for youth in care and the factors that can affect it.
How can we improve placement stability for children in foster care?
Explore the promising approaches that have demonstrated a positive impact in improving placement stability.
Casey Family Programs statement on the death of Olympic gold medalist Tori Bowie
We are deeply saddened to learn of the passing of an amazing athlete who was a source of inspiration to countless people.
Building Communities of Hope Through Effective Faith-Based Organizations
This toolkit is designed to assist faith-based organizations and communities in creating environments that support family well-being.
Family First Prevention Services Act
This law provides opportunities for states and tribes to better serve children and families by preventing the need for foster care and supporting better outcomes for children in care. Explore these resources to learn more.
What should child protection agencies consider when working with children whose parent or primary caregiver is incarcerated?
Learn how child protection agencies can support children whose parent or primary caregiver is incarcerated.
How can child protection agencies support children spending time with their parents who are incarcerated?
Explore strategies for supporting relationships and visits between children in out-of-home care and parents who are incarcerated.
How are parents impacted by the child welfare system leading the way in parent advocacy?
This Q&A explores how Rise, a parent-led organization in New York City, works to influence and make changes to the child welfare system.
What is a well-functioning child protection agency?
This white paper outlines the purpose and responsibilities of a well-functioning child protection agency.
Marking five years of the Family First Prevention Services Act
Casey Family Programs has supported states and tribes in their conceptualization, development and implementation of Family First plans.
2023 Casey Excellence for Children Awards Leadership Honorees
These awards recognize leaders who have had a significant impact in improving outcomes for children and families and building Communities of Hope across America.
Tools
Explore these tools to help build Communities of Hope.
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