The Shelter Care Think Tank is a group of cross-system partners committed to collaborating with local dependency courts to improve their shelter care hearings. The Think Tank can help court communities identify barriers and develop solutions.
Keeping Families Together Act: Basics for the Bench
![Keeping Families Together Act: Basics for the Bench Keeping Families Together Act: Basics for the Bench](https://www.wacita.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/HB-1227-Basics-for-the-Bench-270x270.png)
This past May, Family & Youth Justice Programs (FYJP) held the 2023 Dependency Judicial Training Academy which was entirely focused on preparing courts for the monumental changes of the Keeping Families Together Act. In response to numerous requests, we will be offering a condensed, 1.5-day version of the academy in August 2023.
Data-Informed Dependency Infographic
Engagement in Hearings Infographic
2023 Dependency Judicial Training Academy
HB 1227 Cross-System Regional Webinars
NEW RESOURCE: HB 1227 Flyer
![NEW RESOURCE: HB 1227 Flyer NEW RESOURCE: HB 1227 Flyer](https://www.wacita.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/flyer-e1680886070589-270x270.png)
This one-page informational flyer provides a high-level overview of the most consequential statutory changes within HB 1227 that will result in significant impacts to dependency court system process. We encourage court systems to use and distribute this resource in their preparation for implementation of this historic legislation this summer.
Housing Assistance Infographic
![Housing Assistance Infographic Housing Assistance Infographic](https://www.wacita.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/housing-assistance-270x270.png)
Housing instability is a leading factor that contributes to families becoming involved with the child welfare system. In fact, 30% of out-of-home placements of children arise or last longer than necessary because the family lacks adequate housing. This infographic summarizes some of the unique aspects of housing instability that exist in the child dependency system.
FTC Legislative Advocacy
Educational Stability Infographic
![Educational Stability Infographic Educational Stability Infographic](https://www.wacita.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/education-270x270.png)
Students in foster care face significant educational challenges and have worse outcomes than peers on every academic measure, including achievement, attendance, and graduation. This infographic provides a brief overview of dependency law in WA and the resources available to support dependency court judicial officers.