This is the launch of a new report called, "What works to prevent online violence against children?" Date and time: 2 December 2022, 15:00 – 16:00 CET Please register in advance for the webinar. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.

When: 12-1.30pm GMT (find your timezone here)  Where: Zoom, RSVP …

The ending of the constitutional right to abortion played a significant role in the outcome of the US midterm elections. One argument used as the Supreme Court considered overturning Roe v Wade in the summer was that an alternative to termination could be found in safe haven laws. These exist in every state, allowing troubled mothers to anonymously abandon babies at designated sites shortly after giving birth, without prosecution. This is the story of three people deeply touched by American safe haven laws.

This document is a summary of key findings and points of discussion that were highlighted by presenters and participants during the Addressing the Need for Foster Care in the Context of the Ukraine Crisis learning event that took place on 7 September 2022. It is drafted in line with existing legislation in Ukraine and neighbouring countries, and includes additional information and clarification from existing literature…

The nature of a transition process varies for every organization depending on the existing dynamics and assets in place as well as the partnerships that develop throughout the transition process. This case study outlines the financial impact of the transition of Bridges Safehouse, an organization that provided support to a total of 834 children, youth and adults, through their residential and community-based intervention programs combined. At this point, the residential component comprised 4% of their beneficiaries yet, nearly 65% of their operating budget. In the end, various factors…

2:00–3:30 p.m. EST (New York)  Check here for your local time zone ISPCAN Prevention Campaign presents one country’s system of care around prevention focusing on the mental health of parents and children at various stages. You will learn about: …

India Alternative Care Network (IACN) is calling for contributions to the tenth edition of its newsletter, IACN Quarterly. IACN believes that the exchange of learning, challenges and information, evidence, interventions, and insights will help us understand and learn the significant work happening on the issues of children without parental care or at risk of separation , and family-based care  options for children across the country.  If you are a practitioner, academician, researcher, civil society organisation or a funder and wish to share learning, information,…

Army Rangers killed her parents. A Marine is raising her in America. But her Afghan family says she was taken under false pretenses.    

This issue of the BCN newsletter highlights the latest research, news, videos, events, and other resources related to children's care around the globe. It includes a UNICEF study on the economic impact of the war in Ukraine on children, a paper highlighting lessons learned during the COVID-19 pandemic in Eastern and Southern Africa, and an FAQ sheet for practitioners, child protection workers and researchers to build their understanding of family strengthening and alternative care in India and more.

The social service workforce plays an important role within social protection systems by connecting children, individuals, and families with a range of social services across sectors. Despite the increasing challenge of poverty and vulnerability exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic, conflict and climate change, as well as the increasing recognition of the role of social service workers, investments in strengthening the workforce remain low across most countries. This presentation aims to clarify the role of the social service workforce in the social protection system. It also outlines key…