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December 2013, Vol. 14, No. 9

	News From the Children's Bureau A new literature review from the Office of the Assistant Secretary for Planning and Evaluation explores the family dynamics for children in nonparental care. We also point to a new website that outlines Federal Government plans for addressing the needs of children in adversity across the globe and the National Data Archive on Child Abuse and Neglect application process and deadline for its 21st annual Summer Research Institute. Adoption Excellence Awards 2013 Children Living in Nonparental Care International Assistance for Children in Adversity NDACAN Annual Summer Research Institute New! From CB
	Spotlight on Youth Of the nearly 400,000 children in foster care in the United States, many are between the ages of 12 and 17. This subsection of the foster care population has unique needs and faces distinct challenges. This month, CBX looks at the programs that monitor youth outcomes and encourage their social and emotional development, a report on one State's work to extend foster care to age 21, and a series of tip sheets for youth on addressing various life transitions. NYTD Implementation Continues Young Adult Training & Technical Assistance Network Extending Foster Care to 21 in California Youth Advice on Staying Connected Medicaid to 26 for Youth in Care Tip Sheets for Transitioning Youth Exploring, Reducing LGBT Youth Homelessness
	Training and Technical Assistance Network Updates A new toolkit from the National Child Welfare Workforce Institute aims to help child welfare professionals enrich their leadership skills and competencies. We also highlight a Spanish-language website from the National Resource Center for Diligent Recruitment at AdoptUSKids to help recruit Spanish-speaking adoptive and foster families. NCWWI Leadership Toolkit Spanish-Language State Directory More Updates From the T&TA Network
	Child Welfare News CBX points to the fall issue of CW360° that is focused on the intersection of child welfare and parents with disabilities, an update to the National Research Council's 1993 report Understanding Child Abuse and Neglect, and other research. Action Steps to Limit Use of Residential Care The Intersection Between Child Welfare and Disability The Science of Child Abuse and Neglect Research
	Strategies and Tools for Practice Developing Home Visiting Programs Improving LGBT Youth Outcomes Resource Parent Recruitment Toolbox
	Resources Educational Planning Tools for Youth in Care Film Highlights Group Homes for At-Risk Youth Parenting Class Evaluation Self Care for Families
	Training and Conferences Financial Empowerment Training Conferences

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