This Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month, we’re highlighting resources on creating healthy relationships for youth in care. Learn more with new resources from the Texas Foster Youth Health Initiative. Check… Read more »
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January News From the Field
In our January 2022 News From the Field feature, find the latest social work news, resources, and professional development opportunities from across Texas and nationally. If you haven’t already, sign… Read more »
Latest Research on Trauma-Informed Care in Child Welfare
Check out these short research summaries on trauma-informed care from other experts in the field and learn their implications for practice! Implementation of Trauma Systems Therapy-Foster Care in Child Welfare… Read more »
Trauma-Informed Approaches in the Child Welfare System
By Alix Mammina, Communications Specialist at the Texas Institute for Child & Family Wellbeing Children and the adults who care for them deserve services that address the underlying causes of… Read more »
December 2021 News From the Field
In our December 2021 News From the Field feature, find the latest social work news, resources, and professional development opportunities from across Texas and nationally. If you haven’t already, sign… Read more »
Welcome to Aisol Ostos, our new Operations Director!
We recently caught up with Aisol Ostos, one of our newest TXICFW team members, to learn a bit more about her! Aisol is the new Operations Director and oversees TXICFW’s… Read more »
Feeling Connected and Empowered: Protective Experiences for Youth in Care
The Texas Youth Permanency Study (TYPS) follows a cohort of youth in foster care as they enter adulthood. By examining their experiences and trajectories we seek to find new ways… Read more »
November 2021 News From the Field
In our November 2021 News From the Field feature, find the latest social work news, resources, and professional development opportunities from across Texas and nationally. If you haven’t already, sign… Read more »
How Can Healthcare Providers Prevent Adverse Childhood Experiences?
In their most recent published article, TXICFW’s Dr. Monica Faulkner and Dr. Beth Gerlach joined colleagues in exploring how healthcare providers can prevent adverse childhood experiences. Researchers examined knowledge of… Read more »
October 2021 News From The Field
In our October 2021 News From the Field feature, find the latest social work news, resources, and professional development opportunities from across Texas and nationally. If you haven’t already, sign… Read more »