How are states building community-based pathways to prevention services through Family First?
Learn how three jurisdictions are leveraging the Family First Prevention Services Act to serve families through community pathways.
21st Century Child Well-Being System
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.
What is a well-functioning child protection agency?
This white paper outlines the purpose and responsibilities of a well-functioning child protection agency.
What are the four pillars of authentic engagement of communities and individuals with lived experience through co-design?
Explore the four key pillars of ChiByDesign’s approach to successful co-design with people with lived experience.
How can hotline data help child protection agencies better support families?
Explore how analyzing hotline data can inform and improve practice, aid in prevention efforts, and connect families to resources.
CDC joins Thriving Families, Safer Children to promote family health and well-being
The National Center for Injury Prevention and Control at the CDC has joined the Thriving Families, Safer Children effort.
Building a 21st century child welfare research agenda
The child welfare field needs a bold research agenda to address key knowledge gaps in transformative ways to support family and community.
How can organizations assess their readiness to co-design?
Learn how organizations, partners, and key stakeholders can assess their readiness to co-design with people with lived experience.
How can child welfare leaders and providers reimagine support for children and families?
David Sanders discusses how child protection agencies and providers can move upstream to provide proactive support for families.
Pathways for support
Resources on this page highlight pathways for providing supports and services that families need to thrive and keep their children safe.