The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) enforces the rights of children placed in congregate care settings (e.g., group homes, residential treatment facilities, secure detention) through the child welfare and juvenile justice systems. Participants in this session will learn about DOJ’s enforcement of … [Read more...]

Veteran Discussion Group Light refreshments will be served We encourage veterans, their family, and friends to join Bergen New Bridge Social Worker, Christina Dykenga, LCSW in discussing: Current health and wellness topics Strategies for managing stress and family life We will be … [Read more...]

The word "heart" has many meanings - the physical pump in your chest, emotions, caring for others, and the hopes that keep you going in tough times. There is a close link between your emotional health and heart health. This presentation will share tips on heart health to enhance your physical and … [Read more...]

Ambiguous Loss & How to Help Children Cope with Uncertainty Do you know or work with children who:  - Are in foster care or being raised by grandparents? - Are separated from their parents for long periods of time? - Have parents with substance abuse? - Were unable to attend a funeral or … [Read more...]

Supporting Needs and Strengthening Bonds in Adoption Jeanette Yoffe, M.A., MF.T., has been in the field for over 20 years, providing mental health education and support, as a psychotherapist, foster care social worker, clinical director, trainer for Los Angeles County Child & Family Services … [Read more...]

Fee: $20 Join Child Therapist Susan Stutzman, LCPC, RPT-S, as she helps adoptive parents and prospective adoptive parents understand the physical and developmental impacts of pre-natal substance exposure on children. She’ll offer practical intervention ideas and strategies that parents can use to … [Read more...]

Adoption researchers need to study and respond to adoption trends in order to best help serve children and families. With this in mind, graduate students and recent Ph.D.s with a strong interest in a career involving adoption research are invited to participate in the 2022 Rudd Summer Adoption … [Read more...]

APSAC's 29th Colloquium will bring high-quality learning opportunities to child maltreatment researchers and practitioners across experience levels and professions. Sessions will be designated as beginning, intermediate, or advanced level content. Extraordinary plenary speakers will join us and more … [Read more...]

We are living in challenging times. There is a fierce sense of urgency and demand for institutions to make bold changes to better serve all children and families, especially those who are Black, Brown, and Indigenous. Child welfare is not exempt from these calls for change. As professionals and … [Read more...]

This year’s theme, Transforming the Workplace of the Future: A Commitment to Wellbeing and Inclusion challenges the public and non-profit organizations to (re)imagine, define and lead in shaping a future workplace that empowers individuals to reach their fullest potential. … [Read more...]