Snohomish County Superior Court requests the presence of all Dependency court and system partners at the virtual Snohomish County Safety Summit, scheduled for April 19th from 8:00am – 12:00pm. Click to learn more and register.
Voluntary Placement Agreement (VPA) Hotline Launches
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On January 1st, the Washington State Office of Public Defense (OPD) Parents Representation Program launched the Voluntary Placement Agreement (VPA) Attorney Hotline! This free hotline provides parents, guardians, and legal custodians who are being offered VPAs by the Department of Children, Youth, and Families the opportunity to receive legal advice and consultation from an attorney.
Ten Recommendations for Making Findings of Fact Infographic
Just Data January 2024
Save the Date: 2024 Dependency Judicial Training Academy
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Every year, FYJP holds a multi-day judicial training academy focused on child dependency cases. In collaboration with judicial and system partners, we strive to create and deliver in-demand content that supports judicial officer practice and system leadership. This virtual academy is open to judicial officers, court administrators, and FJCIP coordinators.
“Getting Ready for Your Dependency Hearing” Videos Available in Six Languages
Engaging with Lived Experience Experts Infographic
FYJP Fall 2023 Newsletter
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FYJP is excited to release the inaugural issue of our newsletter! This quarterly newsletter is designed to highlight some of the exciting things we’re doing at FYJP, including statewide training, technical assistance, data and research support that helps courts and system partners improve outcomes for children, families and the professionals who serve them.