“They’re like a father to me” is one of the most meaningful attributes you can give to someone. Being a father figure, regardless of gender or biological factors, has the potential to have a major impact on someone’s life.Because…
“We live in a world in which we need to share responsibility. It's easy to say 'It's not my child, not my community, not my world, not my problem.' Then there are those who see the need and respond. I consider…
April is National Child Abuse Prevention Month (NCAPM). This month, child wellness and welfare organizations across the United States elevate the importance of creating systems and programs that put children and families first. T…
Learn more about Alison Bey, a new Curriculum Developer for the Minnesota Child Welfare Training Academy.Alison has been working in the field of Adult Basic Education for the past 10 years and is a former University of Minnesota …
First recognized in 1987, Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month was established to increase public awareness of the needs and the potential of Americans with developmental disabilities. The Centers for Disease Control and Pr…
March is both Women’s History Month and Social Work Month. We want to take this opportunity to celebrate the amazing women who have made this field what it is today. In addition to being a crucial source of progress and leadershi…
UPDATED 05/09/23Following the successful Grand Opening of the Twin Cities Metro Learning Center in September 2022, the Minnesota Child Welfare Training Academy (MNCWTA) will be hosting similar celebrations at our regional learnin…
Learn more about Marissa Kirby-Stofferahn, the new Policy Liaison Lead for the Minnesota Child Welfare Training Academy.Prior to moving to the Training Academy, I worked for the Child Safety and Permanency Division at the Departm…
Update as of 03/02/23: The Training Academy has decided to delay implementation of the IDI Pilot for Cohort 106 as planned. This decision is based upon recent changes in staff capacity as well as complications due to timing and s…
February is Black History Month in the United States. Acknowledging, understanding, and celebrating Black history is especially important for the field of child welfare, which has historically caused great harm to Black children …