Head Start Programs and Child Welfare Partnerships
Explore this series to learn how programs can build effective partnerships with child welfare agencies to benefit young children and families.
Child Abuse
Everyone who works in a Head Start program is a mandated reporter. Reporting suspected child abuse and neglect can protect children and help connect them to support services. Use these resources to learn more about child abuse and neglect, how to safely submit a report, and to find training opportunities.
Engaging Families When There Is Child Welfare Involvement
Explore ways to partner with families when there is child welfare agency involvement. Find out how to use both a strengths-based and trauma-informed approach to build trusting relationships with families.
Strategies for Partnering with Child Welfare Agencies
Explore this resource to learn ways to build effective, engaged, and collaborative relationships with child welfare agencies to strengthen family well-being.
Partnering with Child Welfare Agencies: An Overview
In this overview, learn about the importance of community partnerships with child welfare agencies for program leaders and staff.