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Technology, Children & Family Flourishing
Technology, Children & Family Flourishing
Technology is now woven into nearly every part of childhood, family life and ministry. It can open doors for learning, connection and opportunity, but it can also shape attention, relationships, sleep, emotional health and spiritual formation in ways caring adults are called to guide with wisdom. In this CAFO webinar, Jedd Medefind, Rachel Medefind and … Read more
CAFO2026 Student Flyer
CAFO2026 Student Flyer
Our annual conference is in Atlanta, GA this year! The CAFO Summit provides opportunities unlike any other for students preparing for a career in social work, cross-cultural ministry, or non-profit leadership to engage with other students and leaders and learn together about serving vulnerable children and families. CAFO provides a highly discounted registration fee and … Read more
CAFO2025 Full Conference Audio Download
CAFO2025 Full Conference Audio Download
Now available! Purchase the audio recordings from the General Sessions and Instructional workshops from the CAFO2025 conference in Houston, TX to enjoy at your own pace. This year’s CAFO2025 theme is “DISTINCT: Different from the World, for the World. Of this we can be sure: what our world needs most is not just more of … Read more
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Transitioning to Adulthood from Alternative Care Infographic
Transitioning to Adulthood from Alternative Care Infographic
This infographic summarizes findings from a global study of 962 adults with lived experience in alternative care across more than 20 countries. The research explores why children enter care and what most affects their transition into adulthood. Three main themes emerged: (a) relationships and social networks, showing the importance of stable, supportive relationships and psychosocial … Read more
Cultivating Soul Care
Cultivating Soul Care
New Research on What Truly Protects Those Who Serve Vulnerable Children Join the CAFO Research Center for an in-depth look at new findings on the role of spiritual support in promoting well-being among child welfare professionals. This webinar will unpack insights from our peer-reviewed study, Organization Spiritual Support, Burnout and Well-being in Child Welfare Settings, … Read more
Research Symposium at CAFO2025
Research Symposium at CAFO2025
The Research Symposium at CAFO2025 brought together scholars, practitioners and leaders to explore what fosters resilience, belonging and long-term well-being for children and families. The videos in this showcase highlight five featured talks on the topic of resilience, each filled with evidence-based practices to help you foster meaningful change in the lives of children who … Read more
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Using AI Wisely and Well: Guidelines for the CAFO Community
Using AI Wisely and Well: Guidelines for the CAFO Community
Developed by a working group of leaders in the CAFO community, this booklet serves as some foundational guidance for ethical and effective use of AI tools in child and family-serving organizations. Rooted in both Scripture and child protection principles, it unpacks four key areas related to AI use in organizations including: The resource also includes … Read more
Cómo avanzan los programas hacia soluciones familiares
Cómo avanzan los programas hacia soluciones familiares
Las Escrituras y la ciencia son claras: los niños se desarrollan mejor en familia. Sin embargo, para quienes están en las trincheras del cuidado de niños vulnerables en comunidades con pocos recursos, esto puede parecer un sueño idealista, algo que sólo es posible en otros lugares. Pero en todo el mundo, los programas de acogida … Read more
How Programs are Moving Toward Family Solutions
How Programs are Moving Toward Family Solutions
Scripture and science are clear: children do best in families. However, for those in the trenches of caring for vulnerable children in low-resource communities, this can seem like an idealistic dream. But around the world, residential programs are freshly recognizing the importance of family for children and are transitioning their care models to family-based solutions. … Read more
Por qué los niños necesitan familias
Por qué los niños necesitan familias
Las Escrituras y la ciencia son claras: los niños se desarrollan mejor en familias. Sin embargo, para quienes están en las trincheras del cuidado de niños vulnerables en comunidades con pocos recursos, esto puede parecer un sueño idealista. Pero en todo el mundo, los programas de acogida residencial están reconociendo desde hace poco la importancia de … Read more
Complete Care Perspectives: Part 1
Complete Care Perspectives: Part 1
Complete Care Perspectives: Global Insights on Child Separation and Its Lasting ImpactPart 1 – Why Are Children in Care? Insights from a Multinational Study Our multinational study of over 1,000 adults with childhood care experiences revealed that more than 80% had at least one living biological parent while in care, demonstrating that family separation is … Read more
¿Por qué los niños están en cuidado alternativo?
¿Por qué los niños están en cuidado alternativo?
Esta infografía comparte los aspectos más destacados de un estudio que analiza las complejas y a menudo incomprendidas razones por las que millones de niños de todo el mundo viven en cuidado alternativo, como acogimiento residencial acogimiento temporal y acogimiento familiar.
Why Are Children in Alternative Care?
Why Are Children in Alternative Care?
This infographic shares the highlights of a study looking at the complex and often misunderstood reasons why millions of children worldwide live in alternative care settings such as residential, foster, and kinship care. Read the CAFO blog post to view further insights on the study: https://cafo.org/2025/06/25/why-are-children-in-care-a-global-perspective-and-the-hidden-reality-of-alternative-care/ Read the full research here: https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/cfs.13315
Sabios en Misión: Las Escrituras, La Ciencia Y El Servicio a Los Más Vulnerables del Mundo
Sabios en Misión: Las Escrituras, La Ciencia Y El Servicio a Los Más Vulnerables del Mundo
Usted quiere comprometerse con la obra que Dios está haciendo en el mundo. Queremos ayudarle a hacerlo con excelencia cuando se trata de atender a niños y familias vulnerables. Sabios en Misión recoge las mejores prácticas y principios actuales para ofrecerle claridad y confianza a la hora de dar el siguiente paso en su estrategia … Read more
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El Papel de Los Factores de Protección y La Resiliencia
El Papel de Los Factores de Protección y La Resiliencia
Esta infografía comparte los aspectos más destacados de un estudio que analiza el papel que desempeñan los factores de protección en la amortiguación de las adversidades tempranas, lo que puede ayudarnos a promover mejores resultados en los niños a pesar de experiencias infantiles difíciles.
The Role of Protective Factors & Resilience
The Role of Protective Factors & Resilience
This infographic shares the highlights of a study looking at the role protective factors play in buffering early adversity which can help us promote better outcomes in children despite difficult childhood experiences. For a broader look at how these factors support resilience in children after adversity, explore CAFO’s Resilience Key Concept.
