ALLIANCE HOME PAGEABOUT TOGGLENEWS & BLOGS TOGGLEOUR WORK TOGGLECOMMUNITY TOGGLE A continuum of educational supports from cradle-to-career prepares children and youth to succeed in the 21st century! Living wages and pathways to financial well-being support increased stability and reduce poverty. Systems that work together to ensure that children, adults, and families thrive and are safe from abuse, neglect,

violence, and

AMERICAN RESCUE PLAN: SUMMARY FOR HUMAN SERVICES ORGANIZATIONS American Rescue Plan: Summary for Human Services Organizations. On Wednesday, March 10, Congress passed the American Rescue Plan Act and it is expected to be signed by President Joe Biden this week. The Alliance for Strong Families and Communities and Council on Accreditation (COA) has been advocating for key policies for numerous

months, and

NEW BRIEF ON CHILD WELFARE TREND SPOTTING AND TRANSFORMATION One of the tactics that informs effective service transformation is trend analysis, which can be a powerful tool in strategic planning by creating credible illustrations of what the future might look like. Based on that, child welfare leaders and their cross-sector partners can align community priorities and resources to reform child welfare

by

KEY PROVISIONS IN AMERICAN RESCUE PLAN: SUMMARY FOR HUMAN Key Provisions in American Rescue Plan: Summary for Human Services Organizations. On Jan. 14, President-Elect Joe Biden and Vice President-Elect Kamala Harris unveiled their American Rescue Plan. This proposal has a price tag of $1.9 trillion and aims to build off of some of the investments in the end-of-the year package that became

law in late

PRESIDENT’S 2021 BUDGET: PROPOSAL TO EXEMPT QRTP FROM IMD Kentucky already ruled that QRTPs qualify as IMDs, thus delaying the implementation of QRTPs in the entire state. In the budget proposal, an exemption would be created that would exempt QRTPs from the IMD exclusion, allowing children in foster care up to 18 to have Medicaid coverage in these QRTPs, even if a QRTP technically qualifies as an

IMD.

PARTICIPATE IN 2021 STUDY ON HUMAN SERVICES COMPENSATION Building and supporting a robust talent pipeline. Survey participants’ contribution to the 2021 U.S. Human Services Workforce Trends and Compensation Study, to be released in late summer, will help to provide a deep view into the human services workforce, identifying trends, highlighting potential risks and solutions, and sharing opportunities. SOCIETAL CHANGES FORCE RAPID HUMAN SERVICES CHANGES The proportion of FSAA member agencies offering one or more specialized service in addition to family counseling increased from 79 percent in 1959 to 89 percent in 1964. The most marked change occurred in the number of agencies offering group treatment, from 11 percent in 1959 to 40 percent in 1964. U.S. HUMAN SERVICES WORKFORCE TRENDS AND COMPENSATION STUDYSEE MORE ON

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HOW NONPROFITS CAN ADVANCE EQUITY, DIVERSITY, AND INCLUSION A focus on equity, diversity, and inclusion should be baked into everything from your nonprofit’s mission statement to day‑to‑day operations. Start your organization's equity journey or accelerate it to a new level of competence with these resources and partnering with other nonprofits that have demonstrated a strong commitment to MISSOURI - STAFF.ALLIANCE1.ORG Special Efforts Being Made in Missouri to Eliminate Child Abuse and Neglect Fatalities. Signed into law in June 2016, H.B. 1877 provides that upon receipt of a report of child abuse or neglect concerning a child three years or younger, and if the DSS’ Children’s Division determines that such report merits an investigation, such investigation shall include an evaluation of the child by a ALLIANCE HOME PAGEABOUT TOGGLENEWS & BLOGS TOGGLEOUR WORK TOGGLECOMMUNITY TOGGLE A continuum of educational supports from cradle-to-career prepares children and youth to succeed in the 21st century! Living wages and pathways to financial well-being support increased stability and reduce poverty. Systems that work together to ensure that children, adults, and families thrive and are safe from abuse, neglect,

violence, and

AMERICAN RESCUE PLAN: SUMMARY FOR HUMAN SERVICES ORGANIZATIONS American Rescue Plan: Summary for Human Services Organizations. On Wednesday, March 10, Congress passed the American Rescue Plan Act and it is expected to be signed by President Joe Biden this week. The Alliance for Strong Families and Communities and Council on Accreditation (COA) has been advocating for key policies for numerous

months, and

NEW BRIEF ON CHILD WELFARE TREND SPOTTING AND TRANSFORMATION One of the tactics that informs effective service transformation is trend analysis, which can be a powerful tool in strategic planning by creating credible illustrations of what the future might look like. Based on that, child welfare leaders and their cross-sector partners can align community priorities and resources to reform child welfare

by

KEY PROVISIONS IN AMERICAN RESCUE PLAN: SUMMARY FOR HUMAN Key Provisions in American Rescue Plan: Summary for Human Services Organizations. On Jan. 14, President-Elect Joe Biden and Vice President-Elect Kamala Harris unveiled their American Rescue Plan. This proposal has a price tag of $1.9 trillion and aims to build off of some of the investments in the end-of-the year package that became

law in late

PRESIDENT’S 2021 BUDGET: PROPOSAL TO EXEMPT QRTP FROM IMD Kentucky already ruled that QRTPs qualify as IMDs, thus delaying the implementation of QRTPs in the entire state. In the budget proposal, an exemption would be created that would exempt QRTPs from the IMD exclusion, allowing children in foster care up to 18 to have Medicaid coverage in these QRTPs, even if a QRTP technically qualifies as an

IMD.

PARTICIPATE IN 2021 STUDY ON HUMAN SERVICES COMPENSATION Building and supporting a robust talent pipeline. Survey participants’ contribution to the 2021 U.S. Human Services Workforce Trends and Compensation Study, to be released in late summer, will help to provide a deep view into the human services workforce, identifying trends, highlighting potential risks and solutions, and sharing opportunities. SOCIETAL CHANGES FORCE RAPID HUMAN SERVICES CHANGES The proportion of FSAA member agencies offering one or more specialized service in addition to family counseling increased from 79 percent in 1959 to 89 percent in 1964. The most marked change occurred in the number of agencies offering group treatment, from 11 percent in 1959 to 40 percent in 1964. U.S. HUMAN SERVICES WORKFORCE TRENDS AND COMPENSATION STUDYSEE MORE ON

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HOW NONPROFITS CAN ADVANCE EQUITY, DIVERSITY, AND INCLUSION A focus on equity, diversity, and inclusion should be baked into everything from your nonprofit’s mission statement to day‑to‑day operations. Start your organization's equity journey or accelerate it to a new level of competence with these resources and partnering with other nonprofits that have demonstrated a strong commitment to MISSOURI - STAFF.ALLIANCE1.ORG Special Efforts Being Made in Missouri to Eliminate Child Abuse and Neglect Fatalities. Signed into law in June 2016, H.B. 1877 provides that upon receipt of a report of child abuse or neglect concerning a child three years or younger, and if the DSS’ Children’s Division determines that such report merits an investigation, such investigation shall include an evaluation of the child by a

ALLIANCE HOME PAGE

A continuum of educational supports from cradle-to-career prepares children and youth to succeed in the 21st century! Living wages and pathways to financial well-being support increased stability and reduce poverty. Systems that work together to ensure that children, adults, and families thrive and are safe from abuse, neglect,

violence, and

ALLIANCE-COA STATEMENT ON CHILD ABUSE PREVENTION AND Landmark legislation will strengthen families, advance equity COVID-19 IMPACT ON COMMUNITY-BASED HUMAN SERVICES Food could be assembled for pick up by family at center or other location. Programs could check with local schools, churches, and community-based organizations to seek partnership opportunities to increase efficiency of food distribution. Health and Well Being. Alliance members are delivering care on the frontlines of the

epidemic.

2021 EXECUTIVE LEADERSHIP INSTITUTE Nov. 1-5 at Loyola University Chicago JUNETEENTH 2020: REFLECTIONS AND RESOURCES By Undraye Howard, senior director of equity, diversity, and inclusion and engagement at the Alliance. At the Alliance for Strong Families and Communities, we are excited to celebrate and recognize Juneteenth, or Freedom Day, as it is known to many, which commemorates the end of slavery.This year, however, we celebrate with some reservations and even pause given the recent social injustices STATEMENT FROM ALLIANCE AND COUNCIL ON ACCREDITATION ON Statement from Alliance and Council on Accreditation on Potential Merger. August 25, 2020 -- The boards of the Alliance for Strong Families and Communities (Alliance) and the Council on Accreditation (COA) voted on Wednesday, August 19th to sign a Nonbinding Letter of Intent to explore a merger of the two organizations. KEY PROVISIONS IN AMERICAN RESCUE PLAN: SUMMARY FOR HUMAN Key Provisions in American Rescue Plan: Summary for Human Services Organizations. On Jan. 14, President-Elect Joe Biden and Vice President-Elect Kamala Harris unveiled their American Rescue Plan. This proposal has a price tag of $1.9 trillion and aims to build off of some of the investments in the end-of-the year package that became

law in late

BALANCING ADVERSE CHILDHOOD EXPERIENCES (ACES) WITH HOPE Balancing Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) with HOPE presents evidence for HOPE—Health Outcomes of Positive Experiences, a framework that studies and promotes positive child and family well-being—based on 2019 data that reinforce the need to promote positive experiences for children and families to foster healthy childhood development despite the adversity common in so many

families.

SEE HOW COMMUNITY-BASED ORGANIZATIONS COLLABORATE WITH High quality education is a critical building block that enables all children to achieve their full potential, but many face barriers that can hinder their ability to focus and learn. Because of their expertise in mental health, building resilience, and more, human services community-based organizations are uniquely positioned to support students in the classroom. U.S. HUMAN SERVICES WORKFORCE TRENDS AND COMPENSATION STUDY The 2019 U.S. Human Services Workforce Trends and Compensation Study provides important salary data on professional, direct service, and support staff positions. However, the strength of the human services workforce is also influenced by factors outside of compensation. So in addition to salary data, this year's report offers insights into AMERICAN RESCUE PLAN: SUMMARY FOR HUMAN SERVICES ORGANIZATIONS American Rescue Plan: Summary for Human Services Organizations. On Wednesday, March 10, Congress passed the American Rescue Plan Act and it is expected to be signed by President Joe Biden this week. The Alliance for Strong Families and Communities and Council on Accreditation (COA) has been advocating for key policies for numerous

months, and

NEW BRIEF ON CHILD WELFARE TREND SPOTTING AND TRANSFORMATION One of the tactics that informs effective service transformation is trend analysis, which can be a powerful tool in strategic planning by creating credible illustrations of what the future might look like. Based on that, child welfare leaders and their cross-sector partners can align community priorities and resources to reform child welfare

by

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KEY PROVISIONS IN AMERICAN RESCUE PLAN: SUMMARY FOR HUMAN Key Provisions in American Rescue Plan: Summary for Human Services Organizations. On Jan. 14, President-Elect Joe Biden and Vice President-Elect Kamala Harris unveiled their American Rescue Plan. This proposal has a price tag of $1.9 trillion and aims to build off of some of the investments in the end-of-the year package that became

law in late

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CHILD SAFETY FORWARD: INFORMING STRATEGIES TO REDUCE CHILD By Amy Templeman and Laura Pinsoneault. According to the latest data, children in the U.S. are healthier and safer than ever before, and medical advances in treating childhood diseases have made enormous strides over the last few decades.The U.S. child mortality rate has also improved over time. Despite these advances, the number of child deaths due to abuse and neglect has remained steady or ADVANCING EQUITY IN THE SOCIAL SECTOR WORKFORCE Advancing Equity in the Social Sector Workforce. The social sector should be a place where diverse populations can gain meaningful employment, feel valued in and contribute to inclusive workplace cultures, have opportunities for advancement to leadership roles, and create programs and practices that reflect and honor communities

served.

STUDENT LOAN SUPPORT Student Loan Support. Student loan debt now averages more than $30,000 per borrower. It can be a very difficult obligation to meet – especially while balancing all of the other obstacles life brings. The Alliance for Strong Families and Communities has partnered with Savi to provide a unique student loan benefit. HOW NONPROFITS CAN ADVANCE EQUITY, DIVERSITY, AND INCLUSION A focus on equity, diversity, and inclusion should be baked into everything from your nonprofit’s mission statement to day‑to‑day operations. Start your organization's equity journey or accelerate it to a new level of competence with these resources and partnering with other nonprofits that have demonstrated a strong commitment to AMERICAN RESCUE PLAN: SUMMARY FOR HUMAN SERVICES ORGANIZATIONS American Rescue Plan: Summary for Human Services Organizations. On Wednesday, March 10, Congress passed the American Rescue Plan Act and it is expected to be signed by President Joe Biden this week. The Alliance for Strong Families and Communities and Council on Accreditation (COA) has been advocating for key policies for numerous

months, and

NEW BRIEF ON CHILD WELFARE TREND SPOTTING AND TRANSFORMATION One of the tactics that informs effective service transformation is trend analysis, which can be a powerful tool in strategic planning by creating credible illustrations of what the future might look like. Based on that, child welfare leaders and their cross-sector partners can align community priorities and resources to reform child welfare

by

COVID-19 IMPACT ON COMMUNITY-BASED HUMAN SERVICESSEE MORE ON

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KEY PROVISIONS IN AMERICAN RESCUE PLAN: SUMMARY FOR HUMAN Key Provisions in American Rescue Plan: Summary for Human Services Organizations. On Jan. 14, President-Elect Joe Biden and Vice President-Elect Kamala Harris unveiled their American Rescue Plan. This proposal has a price tag of $1.9 trillion and aims to build off of some of the investments in the end-of-the year package that became

law in late

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CHILD SAFETY FORWARD: INFORMING STRATEGIES TO REDUCE CHILD By Amy Templeman and Laura Pinsoneault. According to the latest data, children in the U.S. are healthier and safer than ever before, and medical advances in treating childhood diseases have made enormous strides over the last few decades.The U.S. child mortality rate has also improved over time. Despite these advances, the number of child deaths due to abuse and neglect has remained steady or ADVANCING EQUITY IN THE SOCIAL SECTOR WORKFORCE Advancing Equity in the Social Sector Workforce. The social sector should be a place where diverse populations can gain meaningful employment, feel valued in and contribute to inclusive workplace cultures, have opportunities for advancement to leadership roles, and create programs and practices that reflect and honor communities

served.

STUDENT LOAN SUPPORT Student Loan Support. Student loan debt now averages more than $30,000 per borrower. It can be a very difficult obligation to meet – especially while balancing all of the other obstacles life brings. The Alliance for Strong Families and Communities has partnered with Savi to provide a unique student loan benefit. HOW NONPROFITS CAN ADVANCE EQUITY, DIVERSITY, AND INCLUSION A focus on equity, diversity, and inclusion should be baked into everything from your nonprofit’s mission statement to day‑to‑day operations. Start your organization's equity journey or accelerate it to a new level of competence with these resources and partnering with other nonprofits that have demonstrated a strong commitment to ALLIANCE-COA STATEMENT ON CHILD ABUSE PREVENTION AND Landmark legislation will strengthen families, advance equity 2021 EXECUTIVE LEADERSHIP INSTITUTE Nov. 1-5 at Loyola University Chicago AMERICAN RESCUE PLAN: SUMMARY FOR HUMAN SERVICES ORGANIZATIONS American Rescue Plan: Summary for Human Services Organizations. On Wednesday, March 10, Congress passed the American Rescue Plan Act and it is expected to be signed by President Joe Biden this week. The Alliance for Strong Families and Communities and Council on Accreditation (COA) has been advocating for key policies for numerous

months, and

EQUITY, DIVERSITY, AND INCLUSION CONSULTING SERVICES The Alliance is committed to make this vision a reality and to that end provide a comprehensive array of innovative and fully customizable strategic consulting and advisory solutions, including technical assistance and training, to build, strengthen and advance your organizational excellence in equity, diversity, and inclusion. JUNETEENTH 2020: REFLECTIONS AND RESOURCES By Undraye Howard, senior director of equity, diversity, and inclusion and engagement at the Alliance. At the Alliance for Strong Families and Communities, we are excited to celebrate and recognize Juneteenth, or Freedom Day, as it is known to many, which commemorates the end of slavery.This year, however, we celebrate with some reservations and even pause given the recent social injustices CHILD SAFETY FORWARD: INFORMING STRATEGIES TO REDUCE CHILD By Amy Templeman and Laura Pinsoneault. According to the latest data, children in the U.S. are healthier and safer than ever before, and medical advances in treating childhood diseases have made enormous strides over the last few decades.The U.S. child mortality rate has also improved over time. Despite these advances, the number of child deaths due to abuse and neglect has remained steady or KEY PROVISIONS IN AMERICAN RESCUE PLAN: SUMMARY FOR HUMAN Key Provisions in American Rescue Plan: Summary for Human Services Organizations. On Jan. 14, President-Elect Joe Biden and Vice President-Elect Kamala Harris unveiled their American Rescue Plan. This proposal has a price tag of $1.9 trillion and aims to build off of some of the investments in the end-of-the year package that became

law in late

BALANCING ADVERSE CHILDHOOD EXPERIENCES (ACES) WITH HOPE Balancing Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) with HOPE presents evidence for HOPE—Health Outcomes of Positive Experiences, a framework that studies and promotes positive child and family well-being—based on 2019 data that reinforce the need to promote positive experiences for children and families to foster healthy childhood development despite the adversity common in so many

families.

RAMPING UP FAMILY FIRST IMPLEMENTATION: INSIGHT FROM EARLY Ramping Up Family First Implementation: Insight from Early Adopters. Passed into law nearly two years ago, the Family First Prevention Services Act (FFPSA) has significant implications for child welfare and family support policy and practice in the U.S. The federal finance shifts affect provisions for out-of-home care and family preservation ADVANCING EQUITY IN THE SOCIAL SECTOR WORKFORCE Advancing Equity in the Social Sector Workforce. The social sector should be a place where diverse populations can gain meaningful employment, feel valued in and contribute to inclusive workplace cultures, have opportunities for advancement to leadership roles, and create programs and practices that reflect and honor communities

served.

AMERICAN RESCUE PLAN: SUMMARY FOR HUMAN SERVICES ORGANIZATIONS American Rescue Plan: Summary for Human Services Organizations. On Wednesday, March 10, Congress passed the American Rescue Plan Act and it is expected to be signed by President Joe Biden this week. The Alliance for Strong Families and Communities and Council on Accreditation (COA) has been advocating for key policies for numerous

months, and

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Alliance for Strong Families and Communities Learning Community. The Alliance for Strong Families and Communities learning offerings, including, webinars and self-paced and instructor-led courses, help human services processionals translate knowledge into action. Our offerings help leaders address issues related to organizational

excellence

NEW BRIEF ON CHILD WELFARE TREND SPOTTING AND TRANSFORMATION One of the tactics that informs effective service transformation is trend analysis, which can be a powerful tool in strategic planning by creating credible illustrations of what the future might look like. Based on that, child welfare leaders and their cross-sector partners can align community priorities and resources to reform child welfare

by

KEY PROVISIONS IN AMERICAN RESCUE PLAN: SUMMARY FOR HUMAN Key Provisions in American Rescue Plan: Summary for Human Services Organizations. On Jan. 14, President-Elect Joe Biden and Vice President-Elect Kamala Harris unveiled their American Rescue Plan. This proposal has a price tag of $1.9 trillion and aims to build off of some of the investments in the end-of-the year package that became

law in late

PRESIDENT’S 2021 BUDGET: PROPOSAL TO EXEMPT QRTP FROM IMD Kentucky already ruled that QRTPs qualify as IMDs, thus delaying the implementation of QRTPs in the entire state. In the budget proposal, an exemption would be created that would exempt QRTPs from the IMD exclusion, allowing children in foster care up to 18 to have Medicaid coverage in these QRTPs, even if a QRTP technically qualifies as an

IMD.

PARTICIPATE IN 2021 STUDY ON HUMAN SERVICES COMPENSATION Building and supporting a robust talent pipeline. Survey participants’ contribution to the 2021 U.S. Human Services Workforce Trends and Compensation Study, to be released in late summer, will help to provide a deep view into the human services workforce, identifying trends, highlighting potential risks and solutions, and sharing opportunities. BALANCING ADVERSE CHILDHOOD EXPERIENCES (ACES) WITH HOPE Balancing Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) with HOPE presents evidence for HOPE—Health Outcomes of Positive Experiences, a framework that studies and promotes positive child and family well-being—based on 2019 data that reinforce the need to promote positive experiences for children and families to foster healthy childhood development despite the adversity common in so many

families.

SOCIETAL CHANGES FORCE RAPID HUMAN SERVICES CHANGES The proportion of FSAA member agencies offering one or more specialized service in addition to family counseling increased from 79 percent in 1959 to 89 percent in 1964. The most marked change occurred in the number of agencies offering group treatment, from 11 percent in 1959 to 40 percent in 1964. HOW NONPROFITS CAN ADVANCE EQUITY, DIVERSITY, AND INCLUSION A focus on equity, diversity, and inclusion should be baked into everything from your nonprofit’s mission statement to day‑to‑day operations. Start your organization's equity journey or accelerate it to a new level of competence with these resources and partnering with other nonprofits that have demonstrated a strong commitment to MISSOURI - STAFF.ALLIANCE1.ORG Special Efforts Being Made in Missouri to Eliminate Child Abuse and Neglect Fatalities. Signed into law in June 2016, H.B. 1877 provides that upon receipt of a report of child abuse or neglect concerning a child three years or younger, and if the DSS’ Children’s Division determines that such report merits an investigation, such investigation shall include an evaluation of the child by a AMERICAN RESCUE PLAN: SUMMARY FOR HUMAN SERVICES ORGANIZATIONS American Rescue Plan: Summary for Human Services Organizations. On Wednesday, March 10, Congress passed the American Rescue Plan Act and it is expected to be signed by President Joe Biden this week. The Alliance for Strong Families and Communities and Council on Accreditation (COA) has been advocating for key policies for numerous

months, and

ALLIANCE

Alliance for Strong Families and Communities Learning Community. The Alliance for Strong Families and Communities learning offerings, including, webinars and self-paced and instructor-led courses, help human services processionals translate knowledge into action. Our offerings help leaders address issues related to organizational

excellence

NEW BRIEF ON CHILD WELFARE TREND SPOTTING AND TRANSFORMATION One of the tactics that informs effective service transformation is trend analysis, which can be a powerful tool in strategic planning by creating credible illustrations of what the future might look like. Based on that, child welfare leaders and their cross-sector partners can align community priorities and resources to reform child welfare

by

KEY PROVISIONS IN AMERICAN RESCUE PLAN: SUMMARY FOR HUMAN Key Provisions in American Rescue Plan: Summary for Human Services Organizations. On Jan. 14, President-Elect Joe Biden and Vice President-Elect Kamala Harris unveiled their American Rescue Plan. This proposal has a price tag of $1.9 trillion and aims to build off of some of the investments in the end-of-the year package that became

law in late

PRESIDENT’S 2021 BUDGET: PROPOSAL TO EXEMPT QRTP FROM IMD Kentucky already ruled that QRTPs qualify as IMDs, thus delaying the implementation of QRTPs in the entire state. In the budget proposal, an exemption would be created that would exempt QRTPs from the IMD exclusion, allowing children in foster care up to 18 to have Medicaid coverage in these QRTPs, even if a QRTP technically qualifies as an

IMD.

PARTICIPATE IN 2021 STUDY ON HUMAN SERVICES COMPENSATION Building and supporting a robust talent pipeline. Survey participants’ contribution to the 2021 U.S. Human Services Workforce Trends and Compensation Study, to be released in late summer, will help to provide a deep view into the human services workforce, identifying trends, highlighting potential risks and solutions, and sharing opportunities. BALANCING ADVERSE CHILDHOOD EXPERIENCES (ACES) WITH HOPE Balancing Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) with HOPE presents evidence for HOPE—Health Outcomes of Positive Experiences, a framework that studies and promotes positive child and family well-being—based on 2019 data that reinforce the need to promote positive experiences for children and families to foster healthy childhood development despite the adversity common in so many

families.

SOCIETAL CHANGES FORCE RAPID HUMAN SERVICES CHANGES The proportion of FSAA member agencies offering one or more specialized service in addition to family counseling increased from 79 percent in 1959 to 89 percent in 1964. The most marked change occurred in the number of agencies offering group treatment, from 11 percent in 1959 to 40 percent in 1964. HOW NONPROFITS CAN ADVANCE EQUITY, DIVERSITY, AND INCLUSION A focus on equity, diversity, and inclusion should be baked into everything from your nonprofit’s mission statement to day‑to‑day operations. Start your organization's equity journey or accelerate it to a new level of competence with these resources and partnering with other nonprofits that have demonstrated a strong commitment to MISSOURI - STAFF.ALLIANCE1.ORG Special Efforts Being Made in Missouri to Eliminate Child Abuse and Neglect Fatalities. Signed into law in June 2016, H.B. 1877 provides that upon receipt of a report of child abuse or neglect concerning a child three years or younger, and if the DSS’ Children’s Division determines that such report merits an investigation, such investigation shall include an evaluation of the child by a

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A continuum of educational supports from cradle-to-career prepares children and youth to succeed in the 21st century! Living wages and pathways to financial well-being support increased stability and reduce poverty. Systems that work together to ensure that children, adults, and families thrive and are safe from abuse, neglect,

violence, and

SAFETY AND RESILIENCE The Alliance for Strong Families and Communities believes that child abuse and neglect are preventable

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excellence

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University. video. Premier offerings with the nonprofit human-serving professionals in mind. Get caught up on the latest trends in the nonprofit sector right from your desk. One- and two-day workshops to gain knowledge of timely topics, including leadership development, strategic development, financial matters, and EPISODE 38: ENGAGING PARTNERS AND COMMUNITY VOICES TO Learn from Dr. Dominic Mack in this episode of More than Health Care on engaging a variety of voices and expertise around COVID-19 mitigation through the National COVID-19 Resiliency Network. COVID-19 IMPACT ON COMMUNITY-BASED HUMAN SERVICES Food could be assembled for pick up by family at center or other location. Programs could check with local schools, churches, and community-based organizations to seek partnership opportunities to increase efficiency of food distribution. Health and Well Being. Alliance members are delivering care on the frontlines of the

epidemic.

EQUITY, DIVERSITY, AND INCLUSION CONSULTING SERVICES The Alliance is committed to make this vision a reality and to that end provide a comprehensive array of innovative and fully customizable strategic consulting and advisory solutions, including technical assistance and training, to build, strengthen and advance your organizational excellence in equity, diversity, and inclusion. CHANGE IN MIND INSTITUTE Put the power of brain science to work STUDENT LOAN SUPPORT Student Loan Support. Student loan debt now averages more than $30,000 per borrower. It can be a very difficult obligation to meet – especially while balancing all of the other obstacles life brings. The Alliance for Strong Families and Communities has partnered with Savi to provide a unique student loan benefit. HISTORY OF THE SETTLEMENT HOUSE MOVEMENT Robert A. Woods founded Andover House, Boston’s first settlement house, in 1891. Today it is United South End Settlements. Woods also served as the National Federation of Settlements’ first executive secretary. A group of enterprising settlement house movement leaders sought to achieve change by bridging the gaps between social classes. AMERICAN RESCUE PLAN: SUMMARY FOR HUMAN SERVICES ORGANIZATIONS American Rescue Plan: Summary for Human Services Organizations. On Wednesday, March 10, Congress passed the American Rescue Plan Act and it is expected to be signed by President Joe Biden this week. The Alliance for Strong Families and Communities and Council on Accreditation (COA) has been advocating for key policies for numerous

months, and

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Alliance for Strong Families and Communities Learning Community. The Alliance for Strong Families and Communities learning offerings, including, webinars and self-paced and instructor-led courses, help human services processionals translate knowledge into action. Our offerings help leaders address issues related to organizational

excellence

NEW BRIEF ON CHILD WELFARE TREND SPOTTING AND TRANSFORMATION One of the tactics that informs effective service transformation is trend analysis, which can be a powerful tool in strategic planning by creating credible illustrations of what the future might look like. Based on that, child welfare leaders and their cross-sector partners can align community priorities and resources to reform child welfare

by

KEY PROVISIONS IN AMERICAN RESCUE PLAN: SUMMARY FOR HUMAN Key Provisions in American Rescue Plan: Summary for Human Services Organizations. On Jan. 14, President-Elect Joe Biden and Vice President-Elect Kamala Harris unveiled their American Rescue Plan. This proposal has a price tag of $1.9 trillion and aims to build off of some of the investments in the end-of-the year package that became

law in late

PRESIDENT’S 2021 BUDGET: PROPOSAL TO EXEMPT QRTP FROM IMD Kentucky already ruled that QRTPs qualify as IMDs, thus delaying the implementation of QRTPs in the entire state. In the budget proposal, an exemption would be created that would exempt QRTPs from the IMD exclusion, allowing children in foster care up to 18 to have Medicaid coverage in these QRTPs, even if a QRTP technically qualifies as an

IMD.

PARTICIPATE IN 2021 STUDY ON HUMAN SERVICES COMPENSATION Building and supporting a robust talent pipeline. Survey participants’ contribution to the 2021 U.S. Human Services Workforce Trends and Compensation Study, to be released in late summer, will help to provide a deep view into the human services workforce, identifying trends, highlighting potential risks and solutions, and sharing opportunities. BALANCING ADVERSE CHILDHOOD EXPERIENCES (ACES) WITH HOPE Balancing Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) with HOPE presents evidence for HOPE—Health Outcomes of Positive Experiences, a framework that studies and promotes positive child and family well-being—based on 2019 data that reinforce the need to promote positive experiences for children and families to foster healthy childhood development despite the adversity common in so many

families.

SOCIETAL CHANGES FORCE RAPID HUMAN SERVICES CHANGES The proportion of FSAA member agencies offering one or more specialized service in addition to family counseling increased from 79 percent in 1959 to 89 percent in 1964. The most marked change occurred in the number of agencies offering group treatment, from 11 percent in 1959 to 40 percent in 1964. HOW NONPROFITS CAN ADVANCE EQUITY, DIVERSITY, AND INCLUSION A focus on equity, diversity, and inclusion should be baked into everything from your nonprofit’s mission statement to day‑to‑day operations. Start your organization's equity journey or accelerate it to a new level of competence with these resources and partnering with other nonprofits that have demonstrated a strong commitment to MISSOURI - STAFF.ALLIANCE1.ORG Special Efforts Being Made in Missouri to Eliminate Child Abuse and Neglect Fatalities. Signed into law in June 2016, H.B. 1877 provides that upon receipt of a report of child abuse or neglect concerning a child three years or younger, and if the DSS’ Children’s Division determines that such report merits an investigation, such investigation shall include an evaluation of the child by a AMERICAN RESCUE PLAN: SUMMARY FOR HUMAN SERVICES ORGANIZATIONS American Rescue Plan: Summary for Human Services Organizations. On Wednesday, March 10, Congress passed the American Rescue Plan Act and it is expected to be signed by President Joe Biden this week. The Alliance for Strong Families and Communities and Council on Accreditation (COA) has been advocating for key policies for numerous

months, and

ALLIANCE

Alliance for Strong Families and Communities Learning Community. The Alliance for Strong Families and Communities learning offerings, including, webinars and self-paced and instructor-led courses, help human services processionals translate knowledge into action. Our offerings help leaders address issues related to organizational

excellence

NEW BRIEF ON CHILD WELFARE TREND SPOTTING AND TRANSFORMATION One of the tactics that informs effective service transformation is trend analysis, which can be a powerful tool in strategic planning by creating credible illustrations of what the future might look like. Based on that, child welfare leaders and their cross-sector partners can align community priorities and resources to reform child welfare

by

KEY PROVISIONS IN AMERICAN RESCUE PLAN: SUMMARY FOR HUMAN Key Provisions in American Rescue Plan: Summary for Human Services Organizations. On Jan. 14, President-Elect Joe Biden and Vice President-Elect Kamala Harris unveiled their American Rescue Plan. This proposal has a price tag of $1.9 trillion and aims to build off of some of the investments in the end-of-the year package that became

law in late

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OVERVIEW OF PROVISIONS IN THE FAMILY FIRST PREVENTION Download a PDF version of this overview.. On Friday, Feb. 9, the Bipartisan Budget Act of 2018 was signed into law. The new law includes the Family First Prevention Services Act (detailed on pages 169-206 of this PDF of the bill).This overview of provisions for FFPSA includes the indication of “(NEW)” for any changes to in the FFPSA language that were included in the last Senate version of HOW NONPROFITS CAN ADVANCE EQUITY, DIVERSITY, AND INCLUSIONNET PROFIT EQUITYNON EQUITY OPTIONSNON EQUITY VS EQUITYNON PROFIT EQUITY ACCOUNTNON PROFIT EQUITY SECTION A focus on equity, diversity, and inclusion should be baked into everything from your nonprofit’s mission statement to day‑to‑day operations. Start your organization's equity journey or accelerate it to a new level of competence with these resources and partnering with other nonprofits that have demonstrated a strong commitment to AMERICAN RESCUE PLAN: SUMMARY FOR HUMAN SERVICES ORGANIZATIONS American Rescue Plan: Summary for Human Services Organizations. On Wednesday, March 10, Congress passed the American Rescue Plan Act and it is expected to be signed by President Joe Biden this week. The Alliance for Strong Families and Communities and Council on Accreditation (COA) has been advocating for key policies for numerous

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NEW BRIEF ON CHILD WELFARE TREND SPOTTING AND TRANSFORMATION One of the tactics that informs effective service transformation is trend analysis, which can be a powerful tool in strategic planning by creating credible illustrations of what the future might look like. Based on that, child welfare leaders and their cross-sector partners can align community priorities and resources to reform child welfare

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families.

RESOURCES ON THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN POVERTY, BRAIN Resources on the Relationship between Poverty, Brain Science, and Health. Jennifer Jones, director of child and family systems innovation and the Alliance’s Change in Mind Institute, co-authored this report which presents evidence for Health Outcomes of Positive Experiences (HOPE), a framework that studies and promotes positive

child and

OVERVIEW OF PROVISIONS IN THE FAMILY FIRST PREVENTION Download a PDF version of this overview.. On Friday, Feb. 9, the Bipartisan Budget Act of 2018 was signed into law. The new law includes the Family First Prevention Services Act (detailed on pages 169-206 of this PDF of the bill).This overview of provisions for FFPSA includes the indication of “(NEW)” for any changes to in the FFPSA language that were included in the last Senate version of HOW NONPROFITS CAN ADVANCE EQUITY, DIVERSITY, AND INCLUSIONNET PROFIT EQUITYNON EQUITY OPTIONSNON EQUITY VS EQUITYNON PROFIT EQUITY ACCOUNTNON PROFIT EQUITY SECTION A focus on equity, diversity, and inclusion should be baked into everything from your nonprofit’s mission statement to day‑to‑day operations. Start your organization's equity journey or accelerate it to a new level of competence with these resources and partnering with other nonprofits that have demonstrated a strong commitment to

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families.

RESOURCES ON THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN POVERTY, BRAIN Despite entering the third decade of the 21st century, millions of Americans continue to experience barriers to their well-being and ability to reach their full potential. OVERVIEW OF PROVISIONS IN THE FAMILY FIRST PREVENTION Download a PDF version of this overview.. On Friday, Feb. 9, the Bipartisan Budget Act of 2018 was signed into law. The new law includes the Family First Prevention Services Act (detailed on pages 169-206 of this PDF of the bill).This overview of provisions for FFPSA includes the indication of “(NEW)” for any changes to in the FFPSA language that were included in the last Senate version of AMERICAN RESCUE PLAN: SUMMARY FOR HUMAN SERVICES ORGANIZATIONS On Wednesday, March 10, Congress passed the American Rescue Plan Act and it is expected to be signed by President Joe Biden this week. The Alliance for Strong Families and Communities and Council on Accreditation (COA) has been advocating for key policies for numerous months, and we were pleased to see many of our priorities have been included in this bill.

ABOUT THE ALLIANCE

With millions of children, adults, and families across the nation experiencing barriers to achieving their full potential, the Alliance for Strong Families and Communities works with thousands of committed social sector leaders to help their organizations more positively impact their communities. NEW BRIEF ON CHILD WELFARE TREND SPOTTING AND TRANSFORMATION All decisions affect our futures in some way. But how can you make sound decisions in a field where the only thing constant is change? That’s the situation many community-based organizations must stay on top of in order to ensure critical success outcomes that are transforming the child welfare system to a child and family well-being system.. One of the tactics that informs effective service

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The Alliance for Strong Families and Communities learning offerings, including, webinars and self-paced and instructor-led courses, help human services processionals translate knowledge into action. U.S. HUMAN SERVICES WORKFORCE TRENDS AND COMPENSATION STUDYSEE MORE ON ALLIANCE1.ORG2021 BUSINESS TRENDSDESIGN TRENDS IN 2021DESIGN TRENDS IN 2021FASHION TRENDS IN 2021HOME DESIGN TRENDS 2021NEW FASHION TRENDS

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families.

RESOURCES ON THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN POVERTY, BRAIN Despite entering the third decade of the 21st century, millions of Americans continue to experience barriers to their well-being and ability to reach their full potential. OVERVIEW OF PROVISIONS IN THE FAMILY FIRST PREVENTION Download a PDF version of this overview.. On Friday, Feb. 9, the Bipartisan Budget Act of 2018 was signed into law. The new law includes the Family First Prevention Services Act (detailed on pages 169-206 of this PDF of the bill).This overview of provisions for FFPSA includes the indication of “(NEW)” for any changes to in the FFPSA language that were included in the last Senate version of

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