State Child Welfare Webinar

Webinar For State Child Welfare Staff

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In this webinar specifically developed for state child welfare staff, you’ll learn how DHS, DCYF, Family Coaches, Self-Sufficiency and CSO staff can collaborate with OA&FS to support people who wish to explore pregnancy and parenting options, including private agency adoption. We’ll dive into:

  • Current voluntary adoption practices
  • The importance of nonjudgmental all options counseling
  • How child welfare staff and OA&FS can collaborate to support parents encountering CPS intervention
  • Common dynamics and experiences of birth and adoptive parents
  • Ethical and legal issues
  • Understanding placement timelines and the specifics of the adoption planning process – even when it occurs after the baby has arrived.
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Adoption Through OAFS: An option for parents encountering state involvement

Check back for Fall 2026 dates for this webinar.

You are also welcome to reach out to schedule an outreach presentation with our staff at any time.

 

 
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Option One: Expectant Parent Form Option Two: Prospective Adoptive Parent Form

Text support is for expectant parents only

Text support is availale Mon-Fri, 9-5 PT

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