Reasonable Suspicion Requires Reasonable Action: The Courage to Think Critically Before You Report In a LinkedIn article, SPI Director Lori Clarke shared insights on how to interpret mandated reporting laws accurately and responsibly through “reasonable action.” “The Prevention Early Intervention Committee of the California Child Welfare Council is poised to lead comprehensive change in the reporting of child abuse and…
Financial worries are a potential hindrance to full engagement of staff and students in the workforce. Children, youth and families served by the nonprofit sector are counting on a fully engaged, authentic, centered, and innovative approach to receiving needed services and support. The Social Policy Institute is working to address barriers and strengthen the nonprofit sector workforce by helping organizations…
This holiday season, SPI is grateful for the chance to pause, reflect on progress, and look forward to the future alongside our partners and community. This year, we have made incredible strides collectively both locally and statewide, and we are excited to continue to make a lasting impact in the lives of children, families, and older adults throughout 2025. View…
This October, SPI celebrates the strides towards system alignment locally and across California stemming from recent work, including the statewide Mandated Reporting to Community Supporting Task Force Recommendations. Also, the SPI Wellness System team shares new details for the Integrated Core Practice Model (ICPM) training in Ventura County, and our CEAL Aging team have developed a new Issue Brief about…
In a new advisory, U.S. Surgeon General, Vivek H. Murthy discusses the state of parent stress and wellbeing, and the impact on children and family units across the nation. Parents are raising our future leaders, community members, and professionals, so it is crucial to support their wellbeing in order to ensure sustainability of family health and growth. This issue transcends…
The Social Policy Institute is thrilled to share this celebratory announcement from the Mandated Reporting to Community Supporting (MRCS) Task Force: On September 4, 2024, the voting members of the California Child Welfare Council (CWC) unanimously approved the MRCS Task Force Report, and also requested that an implementation strategy to advance the Recommendations of the Task Force be created in…
What we say to ourselves impacts our choices and behavior. What we say to others can influence their choices and actions. Imagine the outcomes if we managed to shift our mindset and narrative toward prioritizing kids! A new narrative is essential to shift societal beliefs and behaviors toward supporting families and communities in safely caring for their children. New research…
SPI’s August 2024 Newsletter Looks Ahead with Innovation Projects, and a Dynamic Redesigned Website. This August, SPI shares the launch of our redesigned website, promotes the We Can’t Wait Conference (September), and invites you to continue participation in CEAL’s Healthy Longevity Webinar Series. Additionally, our team shares several relevant resources including HOPE for Spanish Speakers and the 2024 Senior Report.…