National leadership · Community-based solutions
The national network for community-based child welfare leaders.
Connect with peers, compare approaches and bring practical ideas back to your community.
For CEOs and senior leaders shaping child welfare systems, organizations and outcomes.
Explore membershipWhat we do
Shared experience. Practical progress.
Leadership
Exchanges
Work through shared challenges with executive peers and subject-matter experts.
Join the conversationNational
Symposium
Build connections across states and roles. Bring fresh thinking back to your organization.
Explore Chicago 2027Research &
Initiatives
Help shape solutions for funding, quality and the future of community-based child welfare.
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Resources
Put NCIP intelligence, practical tools and shared expertise to work for your organization.
Discover member toolsConnection, expertise and practical learning for community-based child welfare leaders.
National insight. Your next step.
Explore consultation and strategic intelligence on CBC implementation, funding, contracts, quality and outcomes.
2027 National Symposium
See you in Chicago.
Save the date. More details will be announced as plans are finalized.
A national peer community
You don’t have to work through it alone.
Our mission is to revolutionize America’s child welfare system by advancing community-based care and innovative solutions.
“No one understands the complexities of our work and our relationships with the State, county, and provider partners like someone who does the work.”
Find your next step
There’s a place for you in the conversation.
Explore membership, partner with the National Center or join us at an event.
Choose how to get involvedWho is membership for?
General membership serves organizations advancing community-based child welfare. Service and solution providers can explore Professional Partnership. Compare membership options.
How does my organization join?
Review the membership options and submit the appropriate application. Annual general membership dues are based on organizational budget. Ask us about eligibility and dues.
Is partnership different from membership?
Professional Partners support the field through services, products and expertise. Explore partnership levels.
How can I take part in the Symposium?
Save the date for Chicago, October 20-22, 2027. Registration, sponsorship opportunities and program details will be announced as plans are finalized. View the save-the-date page.