National Resource Center for Child Welfare Data and Technology

http://www.nrccwdt.org

The NRC-CWDT provides a range of T&TA for data and information systems issues to improve the quality of collected data build the capacity to use the information for decision-making in daily practice, and develop or improve case management and data collection systems.

The technical assistance provided by NRC-CWDT focuses on information systems, technology, and the use of data. The NRC-CWDT works to improve the quality of data reported to the Federal Government in the Adoption and Foster Care Analysis and Reporting System (AFCARS), the National Child Abuse and Neglect Data System (NCANDS) and the National Youth in Transition Database (NYTD).

Technical assistance also is provided for the Child and Family Services Review (CFSR) data profile and other Federal legislative requirements, policies, and initiatives.

GOAL

Assist State and Tribal child welfare agencies and courts in improving outcomes for children and families in the child welfare system through the use of data and information technology

HOW WE HELP

• Assist with building the capacity to analyze and use data throughout the organization
• Provide tailored assistance with AFCARS, NCANDS, and NYTD
• Provide information and technical assistance on court/agency data exchanges
• Assist in improving data quality
• Coordinate peer consultations among States, Tribes, and/or courts that have similar issues
• Support States in the CFSR process

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