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NICWA News Spring 2024
NICWA News is the quarterly newsletter for members and donors of the National Indian Child Welfare Association. Donate or become a member today to subscribe.
Policy Update
Amplifying Tribal Voices: NICWA Testimony for the 26th Annual HHS Tribal Budget Consultation
NICWA provided written testimony before the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) for their 26th annual tribal budget and policy consultation. Read more about the consultation and view NICWA’s comments.
Press Release
MEDIA ADVISORY: NICWA Announces Four Host Sponsors for the 42nd Annual Protecting Our Children Conference
The National Indian Child Welfare Association (NICWA) received four $25,000 host sponsor¬ships from the Muckleshoot Indian Tribe, Puyallup Tribe of Indians, Seminole Tribe of Florida, and The Pokémon Company International for this year’s 42nd Annual Protecting Our Children Conference, to be held in Seattle, Washington with over 1,800 attendees expected.
Policy Update
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 Tribal Program Application
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.
Policy Update
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.