JCoP is a monthly, virtual peer-learning opportunity for dependency court judicial officers. The topic-focused sessions are led one of our expert Jurists-in-Residence and include a Dependency Practice Tip. Whether you’re new to the bench or have years of experience hearing child welfare cases, we invite you to join this learning community.
Recent WA Supreme Court Case Law Decisions Infographic
Washington State Safety Summit Project Summary Report
Permanency Considerations for Legal Professionals in Washington
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This virtual training by the Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption will introduce its evidence-based, child-focused recruitment model while also reviewing common legal issues that can present barriers to pursuing permanency for youth in foster care. FYJP was pleased to partner in the planning of this training
ECC Community Level Indicators
The ECC Community Level Indicators document summarizes the contextual community characteristics that may facilitate or impede successful implementation of the ECC. This approach lies within Durlak and DuPre’s ecological framework for effective program implementation, which was originally developed to promote implementation success of community-based health prevention programs. According to this approach, understanding the local environment in which the ECC is operating is important to successful implementation and sustainability of the program. If program staff identify the existing challenges that impact
Domestic Violence in Dependency Cases Infographic
Legislative & Case Law Updates
WA Law
See how the safety framework intersects with applying the law in Washington.
Safety Planning
Learn about the basics of safety planning and actions to manage identified safety threats.
Guardianship Infographic
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The eligibility standards, procedures, and available support for the child and family differ between types of minor guardianship (Title 11 vs. Title 13). Understanding these intricacies helps courts more effectively and efficiently engage families in the guardianship process. Check out this infographic on the basics of minor guardianship in WA and the importance of kinship connection.