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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
See all resource detailsCultivating 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
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
How Spiritual Support at Work Can Prevent Burnout and Improve Well-Being
How Spiritual Support at Work Can Prevent Burnout and Improve Well-Being
This infographic is based on a study published by Nicole Gilbertson Wilke, Jedd Medefind, and Amanda Hiles Howard. The study examined how organizations’ faith identity, perceived organizational support for spiritual practices, and perceived ability to implement those practices predict well-being and professional quality of life among child welfare professionals. A total of 262 professionals working … Read more
Cómo el Apoyo Espiritual en el Trabajo Puede Prevenir el Agotamiento y Mejorar el Bienestar de los Trabajadores que se Dedican al Bienestar Infantil
Cómo el Apoyo Espiritual en el Trabajo Puede Prevenir el Agotamiento y Mejorar el Bienestar de los Trabajadores que se Dedican al Bienestar Infantil
Esta infografía se basa en un estudio publicado por Nicole Gilbertson Wilke, Jedd Medefind y Amanda Hiles Howard. El estudio examinó cómo la identidad religiosa de las organizaciones, el apoyo percibido por parte de estas a las prácticas espirituales y la capacidad percibida para implementar dichas prácticas predicen el bienestar y la calidad de vida … Read more
Thought Leadership from Collaborate: The Legacy of Leadership
Thought Leadership from Collaborate: The Legacy of Leadership
This document highlights conversations from virtual Collaborate: The Legacy of Leadership. Leaders living and serving around the world shared their perspectives on Biblical mentorship.
Justice + the Inner Life One-Pager
Justice + the Inner Life One-Pager
Discover what the Justice + the Inner Life podcast is all about with this quick overview. Discover life habits and small choices that God uses to help us remain steadfast and vibrant in the long, hard work of justice and mercy.
Spiritual Formation Calendar One-Pager
Spiritual Formation Calendar One-Pager
A brief overview of CAFO’s Spiritual Formation Calendar Experience. The Spiritual Formation Calendar Experience is designed to help leaders of organizations, churches or networks to lead a team through biblically-rooted practices of spiritual formation.
Barriers to Spiritual Practice in Child Welfare
Barriers to Spiritual Practice in Child Welfare
Child welfare professionals often face challenges in engaging with spiritual practices recommended by their organizations. In this study of 304 child welfare professionals from over 20 countries, seven main barriers to spiritual practice emerged.
Developing Social Work Capacity in Low-Resource Environments
Developing Social Work Capacity in Low-Resource Environments
This webinar explores the role of para professionals in the social service workforce. How can your organization optimize the various backgrounds and talents of the employees and volunteers to effectively serve the children and families in your care?
Monitoreo y Evaluación
Monitoreo y Evaluación
Este módulo de capacitación es parte del programa Estándares Globales para el Éxito en el Cuidado de Niños Huérfanos y Vulnerables. Está dirigido a apoyarr a las ONG que atienden a niños y familias vulnerables a medida que se desarrollan y se involucran en colaboraciones con agencias gubernamentales, otras ONG, iglesias y otras partes interesadas, pero los principios pueden … Read more
See all resource detailsStaff Development and Management
Staff Development and Management
Most nonprofits understand the importance of building a diverse, qualified nonprofit staff; however, for a number of reasons, organizations often encounter staffing challenges and high turnover rates. This course explores how an organization can attract and retain quality employees and provides practical tools and guidance on helping staff members thrive in their roles.
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