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I often hear child welfare leaders talk about how we must "empower" parents. This implies that parents are powerless... they are not.   Parents and families have the power to organize and use their collective strength and wisdom to create change. We are seeing this happen all over the nation, and this is why our movement has so much momentum!   We've advocated from day one for child welfare leaders to be willing and open to share power with parents. That means working alongside those most impacted by the system so that everyone can benefit. This is not a way one-way street. It's a mutual willingness to share, build trust, and seek a better future together.   If you are a child welfare leader, join us in transforming how we care for our kids and families. We need everyone to step up and dare to share power in ways that shatter the status quo.   #ChildWelfareReform #FamiliesFirst #ProtectKids #LivedExperienceMatters

The work of child welfare transformation is not work we can do alone. Dare to share power, our fifth Guiding Principle, elevates strong partnerships, and intentionally including those most impacted by the child welfare system, as the way to create better, lasting solutions that prevent family separation and keep more families and communities together. Seeking other perspectives and employing shared decision-making will lead us more quickly to solutions that work. #unsystemthesystem #keepingfamiliestogether #childwelfaretransformation

Too many American families find themselves struggling because of gaps in health, economic, and #HumanServices systems. And too often families are sent to the child welfare system for well-being needs and support that #ChildWelfare was not designed to provide. We need a multi-system approach designed to meet family needs from the start. Explore our new strategic framework for this child and family well-being system: https://lnkd.in/gxqsb7kq . It lays out a vision and practical steps to get there.

Confidence and Duty of Care. Deklum empowers individuals, businesses, and those overseeing welfare and compliance to communicate with clarity and confidence—anytime, anywhere. Learn more at: https://bit.ly/3UzcwZF

New Welfare Rules Databook from our research partner the Urban Institute presents information about TANF policies in all 50 states, DC, and the territories as of July 2022, addressing the following research questions: 1. What are the eligibility requirements for families? 2. How are TANF benefits calculated and administered? 3. What activities are required to become and remain eligible for assistance? 4. What ongoing eligibility tests are applied, and can families receive assistance when they transition off of TANF? 5. How have state and territory policies changed over time? https://buff.ly/3SOJ8hj #TANF

New Welfare Rules Databook from our research partner the Urban Institute presents information about TANF policies in all 50 states, DC, and the territories as of July 2022, addressing the following research questions: 1. What are the eligibility requirements for families? 2. How are TANF benefits calculated and administered? 3. What activities are required to become and remain eligible for assistance? 4. What ongoing eligibility tests are applied, and can families receive assistance when they transition off of TANF? 5. How have state and territory policies changed over time? https://buff.ly/3SOJ8hj #TANF

New Welfare Rules Databook from our research partner the Urban Institute presents information about TANF policies in all 50 states, DC, and the territories as of July 2022, addressing the following research questions: 1. What are the eligibility requirements for families? 2. How are TANF benefits calculated and administered? 3. What activities are required to become and remain eligible for assistance? 4. What ongoing eligibility tests are applied, and can families receive assistance when they transition off of TANF? 5. How have state and territory policies changed over time? https://buff.ly/3SOJ8hj #TANF

ELENI YITBAREK, PEP Research Fellow, shares why #womeninleadership matter: "Women's unique insights and life experiences can lead to research initiatives that contribute to improving welfare, including social justice that can benefit all." #InternationalWomensDay

Substance use doesn't equate to child abuse/neglect. Learn more about prioritizing and addressing upstream factors, family support, and healing instead of separation: Opportunities for Primary Care and Medicaid to Help Prevent Child Welfare System Involvement: https://bit.ly/494MXnY When Reimagining Systems Of Safety, Take A Closer Look At The Child Welfare System: https://bit.ly/3UkK2TX #COAWeek24 #ParentalSubstanceUse