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About NICWA
NICWA is the only national membership organization that works to support the safety, health, and spiritual strength of American Indian and Alaska Native children along the broad continuum of their lives. We support tribes in building the capacity to prevent child abuse and neglect through positive systems change at the state, federal, and tribal levels.
News from NICWA
HHS Announces Notice of Public Rulemaking for New ICWA Data Elements and Tribal Consultation
HHS Announces Notice of Public Rulemaking for New ICWA Data Elements and Tribal Consultation On February 22, 2024, the...
ICWA Compliance Summary and Review of Existing Literature
ICWA Compliance Summary and Review of Existing Literature Research associated with compliance with the Indian Child...
Bridging Systems for Kinship Families
Bridging Systems for Kinship Families Tribal Program Application Overview The National Indian Child Welfare...
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Heart of ICWA
The Indian Child Welfare Act (ICWA) protects American Indian and Alaska Native kids in child welfare proceedings by keeping them in the care of extended families or tribes whenever possible. ICWA protects identity, familial network, and sense of belonging-things that all children need. In this multi-part digital storytelling series, The Heart of ICWA, families convey firsthand what happens when the basic protections of ICWA are followed and the devastating consequences when families and children are deprived of these basic rights.