This site uses cookies to improve your experience. To help us insure we adhere to various privacy regulations, please select your country/region of residence. If you do not select a country, we will assume you are from the United States. Select your Cookie Settings or view our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use.
Cookie Settings
Cookies and similar technologies are used on this website for proper function of the website, for tracking performance analytics and for marketing purposes. We and some of our third-party providers may use cookie data for various purposes. Please review the cookie settings below and choose your preference.
Used for the proper function of the website
Used for monitoring website traffic and interactions
Cookie Settings
Cookies and similar technologies are used on this website for proper function of the website, for tracking performance analytics and for marketing purposes. We and some of our third-party providers may use cookie data for various purposes. Please review the cookie settings below and choose your preference.
Strictly Necessary: Used for the proper function of the website
Performance/Analytics: Used for monitoring website traffic and interactions
Effects of Poverty on Children (Updated February 19, 2025) Children in Poverty Poverty adversely affects communities and nations, and it directly impacts children in profound ways. In the United States, approximately 11 million children live in poverty, representing about 16% of the child population. ( aecf.org ) This statistic underscores the urgent need to address child poverty and its far-reaching consequences.
"Smiling depression" and "high-functioning depression" arent official diagnoses, but if youve ever forced a smile while feeling broken inside, you know theyre real. Ive lived itgoing through life as if everything is fine while struggling just to get through the day. If you hide your pain, function because you have to, and feel exhausted from pretending, youre not alone.
Note: There is a poll embedded within this post, please visit the site to participate in this post's poll. The number of agency children’s social workers in English local authorities has fallen for the first time in seven years, official figures show. As of 30 September 2024, councils were engaging 6,521 full-time equivalent (FTE) agency practitioners, down by 658 (9.2%) on the year before, according to the Department for Education’s (DfE) annual statistics on the children’s se
A Transformative Experience in Trauma Responsiveness My name is Andrea Anderson, and I am the Bilingual Marketing Specialist at the Center for Child Protection. When I first joined the Center in 2023, I was eager to make a difference but also unsure how I would handle the heavy subject of child abuse. I knew I needed to approach this topic with sensitivity and respect, but I was searching for the best way to do that.
Speaker: Tim Sarrantonio, Director of Corporate Brand
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!
The International Association Of Schools Of Social
FEBRUARY 23, 2025
Call for Abstracts: 2025 APISWEA International Conference on Social Work and Social Sciences May 16-19, 2025 Jakarta, Indonesia Welcome to the 2025 Asian & Pacific Islander Social Work Educators Association (APISWEA) International Conference on Social Work and Social Sciences, proudly hosted by the University of Muhammadiyah Jakarta (UMJ). This years conference is centered on the theme, Global Transformation and Challenges in Social Work and Social Sciences Toward Achieving the 2030 Sustai
Congratulations! Landing a grant feels greatits validation that your work matters and your approach is solid. But the work doesnt stop when the money arrives. In fact, securing funding is just the beginning. Building sustainable evaluation practices helps your organization measure progress, stay on top of program updates, and be positioned for future funding opportunities. [.
Note: There is a poll embedded within this post, please visit the site to participate in this post's poll. Average social worker caseloads have fallen to their lowest recorded level in local authority children’s services in England, according to Department for Education (DfE) figures. Based on submissions from councils, the DfE found that 15.4 cases were held per full-time equivalent (FTE) practitioner in September 2023, down from 16.0 12 months earlier and 16.6 in 2022.
Note: There is a poll embedded within this post, please visit the site to participate in this post's poll. Average social worker caseloads have fallen to their lowest recorded level in local authority children’s services in England, according to Department for Education (DfE) figures. Based on submissions from councils, the DfE found that 15.4 cases were held per full-time equivalent (FTE) practitioner in September 2023, down from 16.0 12 months earlier and 16.6 in 2022.
At Shelter Youth & Family Services, we honor Black History Month by shining a light on three pioneers who tirelessly fought for justice and equality in America, including in the child welfare system. Janie Porter Barrett , Lester Blackwell Granger , and Fredericka Douglass Sprague Perry, among many others, made invaluable contributions toward improving the lives of Black children in care.
For Brenda, seeing Gracies transformation was a testament to the power of persistence, love, and hope. Read More. The post Gracies journey to healing and hope with a CASA volunteer by her side appeared first on National CASA/GAL Association for Children.
Who are our Supervisees and How Can We Use a Social Justice, Anti-Racist, Whole-Person Approach to Facilitate their Growth? Wednesday, April 9, 2025 Virtual 9:00 am – 12:00 pm 3 CECs – Provides 3 hours of content on cultural competency Presenters: Patricia Wilcox, LCSW and Aminah Ali, LMSW Registration Fee: $75 – 10% discount for UConn SSW Alumni Free for Current SSW Field Instructors Multicultural workforces are the norm in social service and educational agencies.
Note: There is a poll embedded within this post, please visit the site to participate in this post's poll. Over half of carers say they require more recognition of their needs from councils, amid worsening mental health and high levels of overwhelm, driven by a lack of breaks. Those were among findings published last week by Carers UK, taken from the charity’s latest State of Caring survey.
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.
Social Work: Compassion+Action. THANK you for your vital work in challenging times, every day, every month. Please spend Social Work Month with us at The New Social Worker. Follow us all month (March 2025) to celebrate the social work profession.
The 24thof February is the third anniversary of the invasion of Ukraine by Russia and the consequent the displacement of millions of people, destruction, injuries and loss of life.
Were so pleased to welcome two new board members, Dr. Rajiv Suri and Kimberly McDougal. Both bring a wealth of expertise to Child Care Aware of Americas (CCAoA) Board of Directors , and we want to celebrate that knowledge with a two-part Q and A (the second part will be in a March blog post.) This month, we interview Rajiv.
Note: There is a poll embedded within this post, please visit the site to participate in this post's poll. Social work assistants would be regulated in Scotland under plans issued for consultation. Regulator the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC) is also consulting on adding adult day centre supervisors, practitioners and support workers, and offender accommodation managers, supervisors and practitioners to its register.
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.
Social Work: Compassion+Action. THANK you for your vital work in challenging times, every day, every month. Please spend Social Work Month with us at The New Social Worker. Follow us all month (March 2025) to celebrate the social work profession.
IFSW is delighted to present its 2024 End of Year Report, highlighting the dedication, resilience, and transformative impact of social work across the globe.
The Indian Health Service (IHS) plays a critical role in providing healthcare to Native American and Alaska Native communities. But fulfilling this mission depends on the ability to secure adequate funding. Understanding available funding opportunities can help tribal healthcare leaders sustain and expand their programs by enabling improvements in access, infrastructure, and healthcare services.
Rachel Adam-Smith says stopping benefits when loved ones are in hospital fails to recognise carers ongoing role The mother of a severely disabled young woman was left in financial hardship after her carers allowance was wrongly stopped while her daughter was seriously ill in hospital. Rachel Adam-Smith, 48, spent five weeks in hospital alongside her 22-year-old daughter who was being treated for severe gastrointestinal issues last month.
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.
Loving Someone With a Mental Illness or History of Trauma serves as an invaluable resource for anyone wanting to learn how to support a loved one in coping with mental health challenges or trauma issues. Read our review.
This week marks the launch of CUANs national campaign to stop all forms of domestic, sexual, and gender based-violence. The campaign is entitled Hardest Stories , sending the strong message that the stories that are hardest to tell, need to be told. The campaign includes information and support and presents the stories of fictional victims and survivors of various forms of domestic, sexual, and gender-based violence with an aim to showcase the humanity behind the statistics.
Back to Blogs Community Blog Meet the Morgan County DHS Team: 100+ Years of Dedication and Expertise Morgan County Department of Human Services has a wealth of knowledge and experience in their Department of Human Services (DHS) staff. Combined, the director, two supervisors and two managers have a total of 119 years of casework experience serving Morgan County.
Kindoki Witch Boy film tells true story of Mardoche Yembi who underwent an exorcism as a child Thousands of children in England have been falsely accused of witchcraft over the past decade, according to new figures that come alongside a film released on Monday. Faith-based abuse is a worldwide phenomenon but experts found 14,000 social work assessments linked to witchcraft accusations since 2015.
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.
Loving Someone With a Mental Illness or History of Trauma serves as an invaluable resource for anyone wanting to learn how to support a loved one in coping with mental health challenges or trauma issues. Read our review.
Child Abuse Prevention Programs Reviewed By Karina Souquette (Updated February 19, 2025) Implementing preventive measures is crucial for eliminating child abuse and making a difference in our communities. All For Kids is fully committed to this mission. As one of the largest investors in prevention in the United States, All For Kids is dedicated to protecting vulnerable children through advocacy and treatment.
There's lots of good stuff in the latest issue of the Family Justice Journal But in particular, don't miss the Foreword on Page 8, A few years ago, when the groups rhetoric changed, I was skeptical about whether thered be a change in substance. I was wrong. For nearly 30 years no group has been in a better position to make real change for the better in child welfare than the group known as Childrens Rights.
Estamos verdaderamente agradecidos y agrqdecidas por haber recibido tal riqueza de informes nacionales de la region de America Latina y el Caribe para el Informe de Fin de Ano de […]
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.
Note: There is a poll embedded within this post, please visit the site to participate in this post's poll. By Professor Andy Bilson and Dr Matthew Jay Our study using national data estimated that a quarter of all children in England became a child in need before their 18th birthday. This means that these children, according to section 17 of the Children Act 1989, required services from childrens social care because they were disabled or would not otherwise reach a basic level of wellbeing.
By Marian Wright Edelman Harvard Medical School scholar Dr. Alvin Poussaint, who passed away February 24, was a renowned psychiatrist and educator whose research included studying the ways racism and discrimination impact African Americans self-esteem and mental health, including Black children and young people. He worked behind the scenes helping ensure positive portrayals of Black families in television and other media, but he also had a profound direct effect on generations of students, pract
Children enrolled in Head Start and Early Head Start learn and grow in critical ways that give them a great head start in life. Many parents and caregivers of enrolled children not only appreciate the early learning experience for their children, but as Head Start Policy Council Members, they are empowered to play a major role in the shape of the program.
Developing Group Work Skills for Fostering Connection and Understanding in Groups During Divisive Times Joan Letendre, LCSW, PhD Friday, April 4, 2025 9:30 am – 4 pm 5.5 CECs Registration Fee: $125 10% discount for UConn SSW Alumni and current SSW Field Instructors One of the benefits of membership in a group is that we are exposed to a variety of opinions and multiple ways of viewing the world and solving problems.
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.
Input your email to sign up, or if you already have an account, log in here!
Enter your email address to reset your password. A temporary password will be e‑mailed to you.
We organize all of the trending information in your field so you don't have to. Join 25,000+ users and stay up to date on the latest articles your peers are reading.
You know about us, now we want to get to know you!
Let's personalize your content
Let's get even more personalized
We recognize your account from another site in our network, please click 'Send Email' below to continue with verifying your account and setting a password.
52 
Let's personalize your content