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From Data to Dollars: Using Program Evaluation to Strengthen Your Grant Application

Nicole Clark Consulting

Data isnt just about numbersits abouttelling the story of your impact. The post From Data to Dollars: Using Program Evaluation to Strengthen Your Grant Application appeared first on Nicole Clark Consulting.

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12th International Digital Storytelling Conference 2025Lives, Voices, and Knowledge in a World on Fire

The International Association Of Schools Of Social

12th International Digital Storytelling Conference 2025 Lives, Voices, and Knowledge in a World on Fire We invite proposals for participation in the 12th International Digital Storytelling Conference, which will feature two distinct components: A virtual gathering, from October 31 to November 1, 2025 and an in-person event in Belm, Brazil, from November 6-8, 2025.

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Child Welfare FAQs Regarding Family Detention or Deportation

CO4Kids

Back to Blogs Community Blog Child Welfare FAQs Regarding Family Detention or Deportation click to Download information in pdf The following information is not legal advice or guidance. Concerned individuals should consult an experienced and trusted immigration law attorney about your situation to verify that what you are doing will be honored by authorities in your state.

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Drenched in trendy psychobabble, legislation in New Hampshire proposes to fight trauma with trauma.

NCCPR Child Welfare Blog

A bill in New Hampshire effectively equates strong emotion with abuse. The sponsors seem to have been inspired by the wrong Spock. After decades of expanding the child welfare surveillance state to the point that more than one in three children and a majority of Black children will be forced to endure the trauma of a child abuse investigation by the time they turn 18, some states have noticed: Theyve been doing the same thing over and over and getting the same lousy results.

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The Everyday Donor: Unlocking Prospecting Segments Through Behavior Analysis

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!

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Katie Edwards Quoted in CNN on NIH Funding Caps

Michigan Social Work

Professor Katie Edwards spoke with CNN about the announcement of funding caps from the National Institute of Health and how that affects research at institutions and universities across the country. These are funds that are used to keep, I mean literally, to help keep the lights on at the university, said Edwards. Without having sufficient funding, I dont know how many universities are going to be able to continue to be leading research institutions in the world, quite frankly.

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CDF-Ohio Finds Some Proposals in Governor’s Budget Encouraging as Data Suggests Almost 470,000 OH Youth Continue to Struggle with Poverty

Children’s Defense Fund

Media Contact: John Henry, jhenry@childrensdefense.org , CDF Media Relations Manager, 708-646-7679 COLUMBUS, OH Research suggests nearly half a million children in Ohio continue to suffer from the devastating impacts of poverty. The findings, which come from Childrens Defense Fund-Ohio’s (CDF-Ohio) 2024 Kids Count Data Profiles , show it would be wise for Ohio to adopt some of the youth-based budget proposals presented by Governor Mike DeWine.

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CCRC 2025 Policy Conference Recap

CCRC

Creating a brighter future for children and families requires a web of resources and services. This system involves agencies and organizations at county, state and local levels. CCRCs 2025 Policy Conference brought together experts to discuss health equity, economic stability, policy and advocacy, and partnerships. The 2-day conference hosted in North Hollywood was attended by 250 professionals, including advocates, government employees and child care workers.

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How Shame Limits Our Potential

N.A.H

Arc Telos Saint Amour speaks on the profound impact of shame and its role in preventing introspection and personal growth. Using a case study from an old reality TV show, they explore how ingrained behaviors from socialization influence actions and perpetuate harm. In their storytelling, they emphasize the key to breaking the cycle lies in confronting and taking ownership of our harmful behaviors.

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Save the Date: CPD Course on Care and Support Systems for Social Workers

International Federation of Social Workers

The International Federation of Social Workers (IFSW), in collaboration with the UN Human Rights Office of the High Commissioner (OHCHR), invites professional social workers worldwide to participate in an upcoming […]

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‘Parallel to care system’ for unaccompanied children to be scrapped in asylum reforms

Community Care

Note: There is a poll embedded within this post, please visit the site to participate in this post's poll. A “parallel to the care system” for unaccompanied asylum-seeking children, under which they would be accommodated by ministers, is to be be scrapped by the government. The Border Security, Asylum and Immigration Bill would also remove provisions that would see unaccompanied young people whose age was disputed treated as adults if they refused a “scientific” age asses

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Navigating Payroll Compliance: Future-Proofing Payroll in an Evolving Regulatory Landscape

Speaker: Jennifer Hill

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.

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Ashley Cureton Discusses Her Academic Journey

Michigan Social Work

Assistant Professor Ashley Curetons academic journey and her work with refugee communities were featured in Diverse Issues in Higher Education. She shared this advice: Remember, its progress, not perfection. You win some and you lose some. No matter what happens, keep pushing towards greatness. The article also gave a shout-out to Curetons career mentors including Professors Rogrio Pinto and Trina Shanks.

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Self-Care A-Z: What I Know for Sure About Self-Care, And…I’m Still Learning (Part 2)

The New Social Worker

Self-care is universal and individualized. Self-care is serious and superficial. Self-care is an integrated lifestyle and requires special attention. Power up your self-care with the power of and.

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What Social Justice Really Means

N.A.H

Subscribe on YouTube|Follow on Apple Podcasts|Follow on Spotify In this clip from Social Justice Origin Stories, Mia Henry, founder and CEO of Freedom Lifted, explains the... The post What Social Justice Really Means appeared first on Notes from an Aspiring Humanitarian.

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Social worker numbers hit new record high in adults’ services

Community Care

Note: There is a poll embedded within this post, please visit the site to participate in this post's poll. The number of social workers employed by council adults’ services in England has reached a new record high, official figures show. Local authorities had 19,200 practitioners in post as of September 2024, up 700 (3.8%) on the total 12 months previously and 1,900 (11%) higher than the number in September 2022, showed Skills for Care’s annual report on the council workforce.

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Why Every Small Business Needs an HCM Solution: A Comprehensive Guide

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.

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IFSW-AP Holds Successful Regional Annual General Meeting

International Federation of Social Workers

IFSW-AP recently held its annual general meeting on Friday, 17 January 2025.This meeting served as a review of the activities and achievements of 2024.

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Michelle Woods Coauthors New Social Work Career Guidebook

Michigan Social Work

MSW Student Career Services Director Michelle Woods is a coauthor of The Social Work Career Guidebook: How to Land Your Ideal Job and Build a Legacy. The book encourages readers to take a long view of their career and provides tools and inspiration for every stage of their social work career journey.

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Storytelling Can Be Liberatory

N.A.H

In this video, I share founding beliefs, assumptions, and aspirations that inform my work with Social Justice Origin Stories. The post Storytelling Can Be Liberatory appeared first on Notes from an Aspiring Humanitarian.

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AI tool improves direct work in adult social care despite accuracy issues, practitioners report

Community Care

Note: There is a poll embedded within this post, please visit the site to participate in this post's poll. Adult social care professionals have reported that using an artificial intelligence (AI) tool saved them time and improved direct work, despite some concerns over accuracy. Research commissioned by Beam, the company behind the Magic Notes tool, found practitioners reported reduced time spent on case recording and assessments, enhanced engagement with people they supported, and improved qual

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5 Must Haves for Case Management

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.

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Unpaid carer to challenge DWP allowance overpayment penalty in court

The Guardian

It takes the little people to stand up, says Andrea Tucker, who was told to repay 4,600 after caring for mother for 15 years An unpaid carer is to challenge in the courts an unfair and nonsensical demand by welfare officials to repay 4,600 in carers allowance overpayments, five years after being advised by the same department she was following benefit rules correctly.

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Jewel Woods Writes About Black History Month and Black Men’s Health in Psychology Today

Michigan Social Work

Lecturer Jewel Woods wrote about the connection between Black History Month and Black men's health in Psychology Today. Strength isnt about suppressing pain; its about having the courage to face it. To be the best version of ourselvesfor ourselves, the people we love, and those who rely on uswe must develop the insight and skills to navigate lifes challenges.

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Announcement: New Members of the IFSW Asia-Pacific Education Commission

International Federation of Social Workers

Following our call for expressions of interest last year, we received numerous applications from highly qualified individuals. We sincerely appreciate the interest and enthusiasm shown by all applicants.

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DfE to give update on early career support for children’s social workers

Community Care

Note: There is a poll embedded within this post, please visit the site to participate in this post's poll. The Department for Education (DfE) is to give an update on its policy on early career support for children’s social workers next month. DfE officials are delivering a session on the issue as part of Social Work Week, Social Work England’s annual programme of online learning for professionals.

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Get Connected: Using Social Media for Social Work Success

Speaker: Gary Direnfeld, MSW, RSW.

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.

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Migrant workers in UK to fill care roles ‘charged up to £20,000’ in illegal fees

The Guardian

Survey by Unison finds people on health and care worker visas also having to share beds and sleep rough Migrant workers who come to the UK to bolster the countrys care system are having to share beds, sleep rough, and are in some cases being charged more than 20,000 in illegal fees, according to research. A survey of more than 3,000 people who have travelled to the UK on health and care worker visas found that just under a quarter had paid fees to their employer or an intermediary upfront before

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Netflix’s Heart of Invictus: Raising Wounded Soldiers Awareness

Swhelper

Beginning February 8th and ending today, Vancouver Canada is the host country for Invictus Games 2025, and it is no surprise these games have been another extraordinary display of bravery and recovery of the wounded veterans participating in this year’s games.

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Resources for Finding Mental Health Support

My Brains Not Broken

If you’re like me, you don’t need to read another post about *gestures wildly* what’s going on in the world today. If you’re also like me, you’re being bombarded with a constant influx of news alerts and notifications that don’t seem to stop from morning until night. While I’m not here to write about my opinions on the state of things (mostly because you didn’t ask, but also because I don’t want to end up writing an angry rant today), at leas

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Government unveils plan to prevent risks to telecare users from digital switchover

Community Care

Note: There is a poll embedded within this post, please visit the site to participate in this post's poll. The government has launched an action plan to safeguard telecare users from the switching off of the UK’s analogue phone network. Its replacement by a fully digital network will mean that existing services connected to the copper-based system, including many telecare devices, will need to be switched over by January 2027.

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Best Practices to Streamline Compensation Management: A Foundation for Growth

Speaker: Joe Sharpe and James Carlson

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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Adopted to death in North Carolina?

NCCPR Child Welfare Blog

An adoptive mother is charged with murder, torture, and crimes straight out of a horror film nightmare. Thats an aberration. At least one of the children probably never needed to be taken from his mother at all. Thats not an aberration A horror film debuted in North Carolina last week. The story has all the classic elements: torture, starvation, teenage victims, and elements too macabre to describe here.

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Foster Family Adopts Seven Children

CO4Kids

Back to Blogs Parent Partner Blog Foster Family Adopts Seven Children Fostering for 9 years has grown the family to 12 Jody and Kevin didnt have any children when they started fostering over nine years ago. Over the last nine years they have adopted seven children who range in age from 4 to 17, three of whom are biological siblings. Jody and Kevin continue to foster and currently have three children in foster care in their home, in addition to the seven children they have already adopted.

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Valentine’s Days Tips for Finding Love, Romance or Just a Dinner Date

Swhelper

Whether youre in a committed relationship, swiping to find that special someone, or taking a break from dating, as Valentines Day approaches its obvious that love is in the air.

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Exploring the Fixing Fantasy

American Board of Clinical Social Work

In the late 1980s, a film entitledLook Whos Talkingcame out in which Bruce Willis gave voice to the inner thoughts and feelings of an infant. I will never forget one scene in that movie, because of its eloquent demonstration of a piece of human development. The babys mother is leaning over his crib, with the camera shot of her being from the babys perspective.

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Empower Your Nonprofit With Effective Payroll & HCM Services

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.