Florida Institute for Child Welfare

Free Webinar

January 28, 10-11AM

Presenters will discuss human trafficking of youth and intervention efforts in Florida with a moderated Q&A session.

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January Newsletter

The latest issue of Institute Insights, a quarterly newsletter from the Institute, is now available.

Read Issue 11
Stay Tuned for Season 2

Interested in participating in Season 2 of our podcast series, Child Protection Caseworker Support? Please email the Institute. Season 1 is now streaming in full.

Listen to Season 1
Free Training

February 13-14, 8:30AM-4:30PM

The Institute and the Florida Office of Early Learning are offering another Racial Equity Learning Exchange in Tallahassee. Participation is free, but registration is required.

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The Florida Institute for Child Welfare seeks to promote safety, permanency, and well-being among the children and families of Florida that are involved with the child welfare system.

Technical Assistance and Training

human trafficking awareness month

Florida ranks third in the U.S. for human trafficking prevalence. Children are particularly vulnerable to exploitation, especially children connected to the child welfare system. In the U.S., 60 percent of domestic child trafficking victims come from foster care and group homes. Learn more about Florida-specific statistics in the following infographic.

The Institute is collaborating with its affiliates, the Florida Department of Children and Families, and other stakeholders to help better identify and work with survivors. Follow our social media pages for resources posted throughout the month. If you suspect a child is a victim, please call the Florida Abuse Hotline at 1-800-96-ABUSE.