Child Welfare Professional
The Foundation is committed to supporting child welfare professionals in achieving legal permanency for every child waiting in foster care … no matter their story.
Explore resources below to help you in this life-changing work.
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Webinar Recap: Understanding Barriers to Kin-Finding
In this webinar recording, Jaia Peterson Lent and Adina Wambua from Generations United unpack these barriers and offer concrete strategies to support child welfare professionals and advocates in strengthening kin-finding efforts and building systems that truly prioritize family connections. -
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5 Best Practices to Achieve Legal Permanency for Children in Foster Care
5 best practices to help achieve legal permanency for the youth child welfare professionals serve. -
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Who’s in a Child’s Village? Key Roles Supporting the Journey from Foster Care to Permanency
There’s a common saying that “it takes a village to raise a child,” within the foster care system it could not be more true. Dive into a child's village during their time in care and learn how each one supports their journey to find legal permanency through 5 practical steps.
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You’re Never Too Old for Family: Em’s Story
"Having someone love me unconditionally solidified that there was no way that I wasn't going to be adopted,"... -
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WonkCast Episode 2: Rita Soronen
This week we have a conversation with Rita Soronen, a leader with the rare combination of expansive vision... -
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Darryl “DMC” McDaniels’ Adoption Story
My life has been one heck of a journey. You probably know me as DMC, the King of Rock. But I want to... -
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How a Letter of Support Led to Family: Shannon’s Adoption Story
The letter the Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption sent me planted a seed of hope that changed the course... -
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Finding Purpose in Adoption Recruitment
On this episode of The Social Work Bubble Podcast, I speak with Kristy Ashley, and adoption recruiter... -
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Finding Community and Purpose: DeMarion’s Story
“After adoption, I feel like I have purpose. I feel like my mom is guiding me to make healthy, safe... -
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Adoption Preparedness: Building Trust
Building trust is essential, but it can be difficult. Hear from parents, recruiters and youth about how... -
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Consistency is Key in Search for Legal Permanency: National Hospitality Week Aims to Help
Get involved to show your support during National Hospitality Week. -
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Kinship Legal Toolkit
Explore strategies and tools to assist legal professionals in working with kin involved in the child...