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What We Do

 

Connecting Child Welfare Professionals Nationwide 

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Our national child welfare network connects you with industry leaders, national
best-practice programs, and innovative technology.

Together, we're shaping the future of
family-centered community-based child welfare.

Why Join the National Center?

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FAQ’s

Community-Based Care: Your Questions Answered

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Community-based care is a localized approach to child welfare that improves outcomes through partnerships with local organizations and families.

• A community-driven (owned) system of care
• A locally tailored network of providers and collaborators
• A complete continuum of care
• A pathway for innovation
• A generation of localized, sustainable, and organic solutions
• A shared investment of the public and private sector in a mutually beneficial partnership
• Accountability for performance outcomes and value
• Ensuring consistent care, access, and relationships

Contact us to learn about membership opportunities, benefits, and how you can contribute to advancing community-based child welfare practices. We offer various membership levels to suit different organizations and individuals. Our team will work with you to find the best fit for your goals and resources.

The National Center leverages advanced data analytics to identify trends, measure outcomes, and inform best practices in community-based child welfare. We collaborate with Five Points Technology Group to analyze data from multiple states, providing members with valuable insights to improve their services and demonstrate impact. Our data-driven approach helps shape policy recommendations and guides innovation in the field.

A professional giving a speech to other professionals at the community-based child welfare annual symposium hosted by the National Center for Community-Based Child Welfare.
A group of professionals sitting in a circle discussing solutions and innovation in community-based child welfare at the annual symposium hosted by the National Center.
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Learn & Grow

National Center Events & News

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Members of the National Center for Community-Based Child Welfare gathered at the annual symposium around round tables with black tablecloths.

8:00AM-5:00PM

17 - 19 SEP

2024 Annual Symposium

Learn About This Past Event: Nationwide child welfare leaders spent 2 days networking, collaborating, & sharing community-based care best practices & resources.  

  • Detroit, MI, USA
Members, Leaders, and Partners of the National Center for Community-Based Child Welfare gathered for a group picture at the annual symposium.

9:00AM-4:00PM

5 NOV

Leadership Exchange

 

Participate in our Leadership Exchange to share experiences and access resources within the child welfare community. 

  • Orlando, FL, USA | Online
Members, leaders, and partners of the National Center for Community-Based Child Welfare gathered at a social event during the 2024 annual symposium in Detroit.

8:00AM - 5:00PM

OCT 2025

2025 Annual Symposium

About the Event: Join child welfare leaders for two days of networking, collaboration, learning, & innovation in community-based care best practices. 

  • St. Petersburg, FL, USA
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Transform Child Welfare
in Your Community

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