The Family First Prevention Services Act (FFPSA) was signed into law on February 9, 2018. The FAQs in this brief provide responses to the most commonly asked questions related to this population.
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Opportunities to Strengthen Developmental Screening for Children Involved in Child Welfare Systems
April 2018
The recommendations in this brief highlight strategies for improving the delivery of developmental screening and early intervention for children who become known to state and local child welfare systems.
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Policy Paper
A Blueprint for Progress: Supporting LGBTQ Youth of Color in Child Welfare Systems
2016
These policy recommendations serve as a blueprint for advocates, leaders, and service providers to better support LGBTQ youth of color in child welfare systems.
(23 pp)
Policy Paper
Reducing Teen Pregnancies Saves Public Dollars and Promotes Young Adults’ Economic Futures
2010
This brief outlines several budget-conscious solutions that improve the potential prosperity of families and save taxpayer dollars now and in the future.
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Policy Paper
Reducing Youth Imprisonment Saves Public Dollars, Improves Public Safety, and Promotes the Healthy Futures of Young Adults
2010
This brief outlines several budget-conscious solutions that improve outcomes for youth and make communities safer.
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Policy Paper
Addressing the Employment Crisis Through Education and Training
2010
This brief outlines effective, budget-conscious strategies to increase employment, meet the labor demands of the recovering economy, and support children and families.
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Policy Paper
Government Efficiencies Can Save Taxpayer Dollars, Preserving Funds for Vital Supports for Families and Children
This brief outlines effective solutions that state elected officials can implement to save scarce state funds, easing budget pressures that can erode vital services for vulnerable children and families.
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Policy Paper
Building a 21st Century Workforce to Strengthen State Economies
2010
This brief outlines several budget-conscious solutions that will increase college graduation rates in order to build a 21st century workforce in the states.
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Policy Paper
Reducing Childhood Obesity Improves Children’s Health, Increases Parental Productivity
2010
This brief outlines are several effective, budget-conscious solutions to create healthy options and safe infrastructures for children and families, reduce public healthcare expenditures, and contribute to productive schools and workplaces.
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Policy Paper
Reducing Foster Care Safely Saves Public Dollars and Promotes Family Stability
2010
This brief outlines several budget-conscious solutions that improve outcomes for children in foster care and strengthen their families.
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