HHS Announces Notice of Public Rulemaking for New ICWA Data Elements and Tribal Consultation

ICWA Compliance Summary and Review of Existing Literature

The ICWA Compliance Summary and Review of Existing Literature is an overview of existing tools and research regarding compliance with the Indian Child Welfare Act (ICWA). Within this policy brief are findings compiled into two categories involving systemic reviews of existing studies on ICWA compliance and checklists, methods, and frameworks for measuring ICWA compliance.

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Bridging Systems for Kinship Families

Bridging Systems for Kinship Families

NICWA and the Grandfamilies & Kinship Support Network are thrilled to roll out a unique opportunity for one tribe to work with the nation’s leading experts on relative caregiver/kinship families, all free of charge.

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Take Action! Written Comments to Both NPRMs in HHS’s Child Welfare Package are Due

Take Action! Written Comments to Both NPRMs in HHS’s Child Welfare Package are Due

Help us take a stand for Native children by voicing the importance of keeping them safe, healthy, and connected to their families, communities, and cultures. Join us in submitting comments on two important Notices of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) impacting Native children, youth, and families. Comments can be filed online and are due by Monday, November 27.

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NICWA News Fall 2023

NICWA News Fall 2023

NICWA News is the quarterly newsletter for NICWA members and donors. Email membership@nicwa.org to for questions about membership. For reprint requests, additional copies, or other information, contact us at info@nicwa.org.

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Kinship Services in Tribal Child Welfare Policy Toolkit

Kinship Services in Tribal Child Welfare Policy Toolkit

The Kinship Services in Child Welfare Policy Toolkit, Policy Issues Overview and Guidance for Policy Language, examines issues for consideration in policies and procedures with trauma-informed policy guidance to support the development of tribally specific child welfare policy.

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