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EVENT: "Compassion Fatigue Training"

Pause. Take time to join us for a training that will provide practical ways to identify and address vicarious/secondary trauma.

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Landmark 24-year lawsuit resolved after Washington state achieves key benchmarks within foster care system

Children in state's care have their rights recognized; reforms mark progress, but work remains to be done

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Don't just join. Lead. Seeking a new executive director

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Judge approves settlement establishing standards of care for youth held in Emergency Intake Sites

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Teachers of the Year Report Finds Honest Education Bolsters Crucial Student Engagement

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Monumental Victory for Youth Detained in Immigration Custody as Court Orders Government to Provide Due Process Protections

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'Children's Safe Welcome Act' prioritizes family integrity & well-being of children in immigration custody

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NCYL Joins Advocates to Stand Against Hateful and Harmful Laws Targeting Trans Youth and Their Families

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Abortion Rights are Youth Rights

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A Young Person's Guide to Accessing Affordable Mental Health Services Under Medi-Cal

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Practice Advisory: Preliminary Injunction in Lucas R. v. Becerra

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Judicial Bench Guide: Supporting the Mental Health of Children & Youth in Probate Guardianship Proceedings

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Expanded Confidentiality and Sealing Provisions for Youth Police Records

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Fostering Parenthood the Podcast

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Educator Voices: #TeachingTruth

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