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by Marie Cohen Source: [link] Proposed federal budget cuts to child welfare services might hurt New Jersey’s recent progress in child welfare, the Commissioner of New Jersey’s Department of Children and Families told state legislators l ast month. The anticipated reduction of more than $100 million would force the department to revert to its most basic role that of child protection not prevention, not support or empowerment, just surveillance and foster care , DCF Commissioner Chri
Last month, the Center launched its Awareness Ambassador program, which empowers companies with tools to amplify child safety efforts across Austin starting with Child Abuse Prevention Month. This new program gives local businesses the opportunity to make a difference in our community while boosting brand recognition and demonstrating to customers, clients, and employees that they care deeply about protecting children.
Mental illness lies to you. It says you're alone. But whether you're living with depression, bipolar, or another diagnosis, you're not the only one. Here's why mental illness feels so isolating and what to remember when you're in the dark.
By Marian Wright Edelman Teaching children may be the highest way to seek God. It is, however, also the most daunting way, in the sense of the greatest responsibility. –Gabriela Mistral, Chilean Nobel Prize Laureate in Literature, school leader, and teacher Every year, the first full week of May is a chance to show special gratitude and thanks to Americas teachers.
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Do you really know your donors? Not just what they give, but who they are? 👥 In this interactive session, we’ll break down how nonprofits can use behavioral indicators (affinity, recency, frequency, and monetary value) to build prospecting segments that go beyond wealth screening and actually align with donor identity. You’ll walk away with practical strategies to move beyond basic demographics and cultivate supporters based on how they already engage with you!
Back to Blogs Child Welfare Blog Join the Colorado Foster Youth in Transition to Adulthood grant advisory committee HB 21-1094 the Foster Youth in Transition Program was signed into law on June 25, 2021. One provision in this bill creates the Foster Youth Successful Transition to Adulthood Grant Program, which requires the implementation of an advisory committee.
Note: There is a poll embedded within this post, please visit the site to participate in this post's poll. A fast-track scheme for training social workers will end in 2027 after the government decided to withdraw funding on financial grounds. The Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC) will not renew charity Think Ahead’s contract to deliver its scheme to train people to work as adult mental health social workers, which began in 2016.
Burnout among clinical social workers has become a pressing issue, particularly in today's landscape marked by unprecedented challenges and increasing demand for mental health services. Defined by emotional exhaustion, depersonalization, and reduced feelings of personal accomplishment, burnout not only impacts clinicians well-being but significantly affects their ability to deliver effective care.
Burnout among clinical social workers has become a pressing issue, particularly in today's landscape marked by unprecedented challenges and increasing demand for mental health services. Defined by emotional exhaustion, depersonalization, and reduced feelings of personal accomplishment, burnout not only impacts clinicians well-being but significantly affects their ability to deliver effective care.
A comprehensive early learning and child development program that has benefited 40 million children since it was introduced in 1965 is under threat by federal cuts. As Head Start turns 60 years old, the Presidents budget plans to terminate the program that countless families rely on. As a recent LA Times report on the Head Start funding threat highlights, the cuts threaten care for 80,000 California children.
On April 22, the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) issued over 360 notices of termination of federal grant awards. National CASA/GAL was one of the organizations that received notices. Read More. The post National CASA/GAL federal funding terminated appeared first on National CASA/GAL Association for Children.
This post is part of the monthly series, Free Webinars for Social Workers and Mental Health Professionals, featuring almost 30 free webcasts that we could find for you this month in the field of social work and mental health. To make it easier for you to find a webinar that is of interest to you, […] The post Free Mental Health Webinars, May 2025 appeared first on SocialWork.Career.
Payroll compliance is a cornerstone of business success, yet for small and midsize businesses, it’s becoming increasingly challenging to navigate the ever-evolving landscape of federal, state, and local regulations. Mistakes can lead to costly penalties and operational disruptions, making it essential to adopt advanced solutions that ensure accuracy and efficiency.
Note: There is a poll embedded within this post, please visit the site to participate in this post's poll. The Adoption and Special Guardianship Support Fund (ASGSF) has opened for applications in 2025-26 amid significant concerns about children and families going without the therapy they need. Children’s minister Janet Daby only confirmed that the ASGSF would continue for 2025-26 on 1 April, the start of the financial year, leading to the build-up of a huge backlog of applications and del
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MAY 1, 2025
On Friday, April 4, 2025, social workers, students, educators, and international delegates gathered at United Nations Headquarters in New York City to celebrate the Annual Social Work Day at the UN. Under the theme Looking Back to Move Forward, this years program reflected on the professions global legacy while exploring pathways to a just and sustainable future.
May is more than a hashtag its your chance to spark real change. Explore 14 concrete ideas from bipolar selfcare hacks and crisisplan refreshers to ally moves that reshape policy and learn how to turn Mental Health Awareness Month into yearround momentum. Dive in and pick your first action today.
Breast cancer is the leading alcohol-related cancer among women in the U.S. , with alcohol-related cancer representing more than 16% of breast cancer cases nationally. The risk of breast cancer.
Managing HR tasks like payroll, compliance, and employee data can overwhelm small businesses. That’s where a Human Capital Management (HCM) solution comes in. Our eBook, Why Every Small Business Needs an HCM Solution: A Comprehensive Guide , shows how an HCM system automates tedious processes, ensuring your business stays compliant and efficient. You’ll learn how to simplify payroll, eliminate costly errors, and empower your employees with self-service tools.
April is National Child Abuse Prevention Month, and we have been highlighting the 5 Steps to Protecting Our Kids all month long. Those steps are: As April comes to an end, we want to dive a little deeper into the last step. Part of reacting responsibly to child abuse is knowing why, when, what, & how to report. Why Report Reporting can save a child’s life.
Note: There is a poll embedded within this post, please visit the site to participate in this post's poll. A new approach to private law cases has substantially improved children and families’ experience of the courts, including by reducing the re-traumatisation of domestic abuse victims and survivors, say practitioners Those were among the findings of a Ministry of Justice (MoJ) commissioned evaluation of the implementation of the private law pathfinder pilots in Dorset and North Wales si
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MAY 11, 2025
Professor Annamaria Campanini, Immediate Past President of the International Association of Schools of Social Work (IASSW), participated as a keynote speaker at the international academic conference Training Perspective and Chinese Path: Innovation and Standards in Doctoral Degree Education for Social Work , hosted by Nanjing University. In her keynote address, titled Global Standards of Social Work Education and Its Application into DSW , Professor Campanini explored the relevance and implement
Shelter Youth & Family Services is proud to announce that our Executive Director, Carina H. Santa Maria, MSW, LCSW, has been elected as a Village Trustee for the Village of Arlington Heights. A long-time resident and advocate for youth and families, Santa Maria brings deep experience in child welfare, community development, and social services to this new civic role.
Thousands of nonprofits rely on case management software to help collect data, manage programs, coordinate with agencies, and provide life-changing health and human services. Adopting a cloud-based case management platform is essential for nonprofits and government agencies to operate more efficiently and make better use of their funding and budget.
Lecturer Susan Radzilowski spoke with WDETs The Metro about the challenges as well as the services and supports available for transgendered youth in Metro Detroit. The availability of school support is extremely important in my opinion. The most important supports here for young people are family, which of course is your home, and school and community, Radzilowski said.
Supporting a Loved One with Depression **Seek immediate help if someone you know has expressed thoughts of suicide. When someone you care about is struggling with depression, it can be overwhelming and difficult to know how to help. Whether its your friend, family member, partner, or someone else in your life, your support can be a meaningful part of their journey toward healing.
Note: There is a poll embedded within this post, please visit the site to participate in this post's poll. Social workers are continuing to struggle with workload, administrative burdens and increasing need, according to an annual survey of professionals in England. The Local Government Association’s (LGA) 2025 health check , answered by almost 7,000 social workers, mostly from English councils, showed no improvement in practitioners’ experiences of, and wellbeing in, the workplace c
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MAY 1, 2025
You are cordially invited to a special online event. A Webinar Central U.S. (UTC -6) May 5, 7-8:30 PM | South Korea (UTC +9) May 6, 9-10:30 AM Via Zoom Standing Up for Democracy: Studies of Democratic Renewal in Korea Register: [link] As democracy faces mounting challenges around the globe, what can the world learn from the efforts of ordinary citizens to mobilize in South Koreas recent political crisis?
You may have the clinical skills to manage a private practice, but your success could actually hinge on marketing skills. For a thriving practice, you need to differentiate yourself from others and present yourself in a way that attracts referrals. These days, much of that happens online, including on social media. In this webinar, Gary Direnfeld will discuss how social media marketing can help you build your private practice and grow your client base.
Back to Blogs Child Welfare Blog Nicole Drake receives CDHSs Public Service Recognition Award Nicole Drake, County Intermediary Administrator in the Division of Child Welfare (Office of Children, Youth and Families) received the departments Public Service Recognition Award. The award is for exceptional performance in state government and recipients from across state government were invited to an awards luncheon and recognition ceremony with Governor Polis at the Governors Residence Carriage Hous
MSW student Josh Campbell has received the 2025 Furstenberg Award for Excellence in Pre-graduate Education from the VA Ann Arbor Healthcare System. Campbell was selected from over 1,600 health profession trainees and recognizes his excellence in clinical and educational pursuits. The award is named in honor of Albert Furstenberg, who served as dean of the U-M Medical School for 25 years and championed medical education.
Patricia Wilcox, LCSW Live Webinar Wed, June 18, 2025 10 am – 12 pm 2 CECs Recently social service agencies have been acknowledging the effects of working with, feeling empathy for, and having responsibility for trauma survivors. Whether this effect is referred to as vicarious trauma (VT) or secondary traumatic stress, there is no doubt that the work can influence the treaters world view, their sense of safety, their own relationships, their sense of hope and their energy and enthusiasm fo
By Tim Spencer-Lane The Mental Health Bill , which seeks to reform the Mental Health Act 1983 (MHA) to strengthen the voice of the patient and ensure that that detention is only used when necessary, received its third reading in the House of Lords on 23 April 2025. Having now been passed by the Lords, the bill is at the halfway stage of its passage through Parliament.
Payroll optimization can be one of the most time-consuming and complex factors of small business management. Yet, organizations that crack the code on streamlining employee compensation often discover innovative avenues for growth. With the right strategies in place, outsourcing and streamlining payroll processes can result in substantial time and resource savings.
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Submission Deadline: August 30, 2025 Publication Date: December 2025 Word Limit: 2000 words (including references) Submit to: Dr. Rajendra Baikady rajendra.baikady@mail.huji.ac.il Prof. Carolyn Noble carolyn.noble@acap.edu.au Theme: The Politics of Social Work A Need for Courage and Action in an Unfair World The 30th edition of Social Dialogue , hosted by the International Association of Schools of Social Work (IASSW), invites courageous voices to join a powerful conversation.
Back to Blogs Parent Partner Blog CDHS honors five Colorado families in celebration of National Foster Care Month Denver (May 1, 2025) In celebration of National Foster Care Month and to encourage more Coloradans to become foster parents, the Colorado Department of Human Services (CDHS) is honoring five foster families. These families support older youth, as well as those with behavioral or mental health needs.
PhD students Matt Hiller, Anna Wood and Irene Routt have been awarded Rackham Predoctoral Fellowships, one of the most prestigious awards granted to U-M graduate doctoral students.
We recognize that mental health and substance use are intricately linked, often forming a vicious cycle. In 2023, 44% of adults with an SUD also had a mental health disorder of some kind. Research indicates that while having a substance use disorder (SUD) can increase the likelihood of developing mental health disorders, conditions like ADHD, anxiety, and mood disorders can also elevate the risk of developing an SUD.
Managing a nonprofit involves many challenges, but payroll and HR shouldn’t be among them. Our guide, "A Buyer’s Guide to Payroll & HCM Services," helps nonprofits choose the best provider. Efficient payroll services ensure timely, accurate payments, vital for maintaining staff and volunteer morale. Compliance support helps navigate complex labor laws and avoid costly fines.
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