Open Submission Is Officially Here! The CEBC is now accepting submissions of programs and measurement tools for review through November 20, 2026. If you've been considering submitting your work for review, now's the time. We encourage eligible program developers and measurement tool representatives to apply and help expand the evidence base for services that support children, youth, and families. ✅ Review eligibility requirements ✅ Complete your submission materials ✅ Submit before November 20 🔗 Get started: cebc4cw.org/2026-open-submis… #CEBC #OpenSubmission #EvidenceBasedPractice #ChildWelfare #MeasurementTools #Research #ImplementationScience #ProgramEvaluation #EvidenceBasedPrograms

Every child deserves to feel safe, supported, and valued. During National Bullying Prevention Month, we join others in raising awareness about the impact bullying can have on children, youth, and families. Thank you to @nctsn for sharing resources that can help adults recognize bullying behaviors, support young people, and promote safe, healthy environments. #NationalBullyingPreventionMonth #BullyingPrevention #ChildWelfare #YouthWellBeing

📣 #DYK that our partner project, @cal_trin, is dedicated to providing #FREE learning opportunities to child- and family-serving professionals at all levels? 🌟 Don't miss out on an incredible chance to enhance your skills and expand your knowledge. 📚 Check out their schedule and sign up for the training(s) that interest you the most: caltrin.org/calendar/ #ProfessionalDevelopment #LearningOpportunities #FreeTraining #ChildWelfare

Strong family connections, open communication, supportive schools, and resilient youth are all protective factors that can help prevent substance use before it starts. This week, we're highlighting the CEBC's Substance Abuse Prevention (Child & Adolescent) Programs topic area, which features programs designed to help children, adolescents, and families build protective factors and reduce risks associated with future substance use. These programs may be delivered in schools, homes, community settings, or healthcare settings and often focus on strengthening family relationships, improving parent-child communication, building resilience, supporting positive school environments, and addressing peer influences. 👉 Explore programs reviewed by the CEBC: ow.ly/EKju50ZXPHZ #childwelfare #evidencebased #preventionmonth #substanceabuseprevention

When adolescents are struggling with substance use, finding effective interventions matters. The CEBC's updated Substance Abuse Treatment (Adolescent) Topic Area Summary highlights all rated programs in this topic area, making it easier to identify treatment options for youth ages 12-17. 🔎 Explore the full topic area and download the summary: cebc4cw.org/topic-area/subst… #ChildWelfare #BehavioralHealth #SubstanceUseTreatment #YouthDevelopment #EvidenceBased #CEBC

📢 The October issue of the CEBC Connection is out now! Featuring resources relevant to child welfare professionals like you and packed with updates you won’t want to miss. Read it here 👉 cebc.link/CEBC-NL-Oct26 Inside you'll find: ✅ Calling All Program Developers: Submit Your Program to the CEBC in 2026! ✅ Additions and Updates to Our Program Registry ✅ New Programs Now Available on the CEBC Website ✅ CEBC Program Updates: The Latest Research Reviews ✅ Newly Updated Resources from the CEBC ✅ Community Spotlight ✅ FREE #webinars & #workshops from our partner project, @California Training Institute🎓 📨 Not yet a subscriber? Sign up today to receive the #CEBCConnection delivered straight to your inbox: cebc4cw.org/newsletter/ #ChildWelfare #ChildWelfareWorkforce #EvidenceBased #Research #MentalHealth #ChildrensMentalHealth #ImpSci

Every year, Substance Use Disorders and Mental Health challenges impact millions of people across the country. Join our partner project, @cal_trin and Dr. Haner Hernández tomorrow, as they explore how members of disproportionately impacted communities continue to experience barriers to quality care and recovery supports. 📅 October 15, 2026 🕐 10:00 A.M. - Noon PT 🔗 Register at caltrin.link/nu7 This free training is designed for all staff of family resource centers, Child Abuse Prevention Councils, community-based organizations, and other child- and family-serving systems. #childabuseprevention #childwelfare #socialwork #mentalhealth #substanceabuse #recovery #support #professionalddevelopment #freetraining

🔍 What role can intervention programs play in breaking the cycle of domestic violence? This #TopicAreaTuesday, we're highlighting the CEBC's Domestic/Intimate Partner Violence: Batterer Intervention Programs topic area as part of #DomesticViolenceAwarenessMonth. These programs work directly with men or women who have been abusive in a Domestic/Intimate Partner Violence situation. Explore CEBC-reviewed programs: 👉 cebc.link/TA-IPV #DVAM2026 #TopicAreaTuesday #ChildWelfare #EvidenceBasedPractice #ChildWellBeing #DomesticViolenceAwarenessMonth

🌿 How can child welfare services better honor culture, community, and identity? On Indigenous Peoples' Day, we recognize the history, resilience, and ongoing contributions of Indigenous peoples while reaffirming the importance of culturally responsive approaches that support children, youth, and families. Explore CEBC resources featuring programs designed for BIPOC populations: 🔗 cebc4cw.org/programs-designe… #IndigenousPeoplesDay #ChildWelfare #EvidenceBasedPractice #CulturalResponsiveness #BIPOC #FamilySupport

Is your program ready for CEBC review? The next opportunity to submit a program to the CEBC begins October 19, 2026. Before the submission window opens, take a minute to make sure you understand the eligibility requirements, required documentation, and review process. Our new guide outlines everything you'll need to know to prepare a successful submission. 📅 Open Submission: October 19-November 20, 2026 📥 Get the guide: ow.ly/JZZG50ZVZqm 🔗 Visit our How to Submit Your Program to the CEBC page to learn more: ow.ly/wFiZ50ZVZqr Have colleagues who develop or represent programs serving children and families? Tag them below or share this resource. #ChildWelfare #EvidenceBasedPractice #ProgramEvaluation #ResearchToPractice #FamilySupport #ImplementationScience

Looking for evidence-based programs that help prevent youth substance use before it starts? The CEBC's updated Substance Abuse Prevention (Child & Adolescent) Programs Topic Area Summary highlights all rated programs in this topic area, making it easier to identify research-supported approaches for children, youth, and families. 🔎 Explore the full topic area: cebc4cw.org/topic-area/subst… #ChildWelfare #EvidenceBasedPractice #SubstanceUsePrevention #BehavioralHealth #Prevention #YouthDevelopment #CEBC

💡 New learning opportunities are here! The latest newsletter from our partner, @cal_trin, is filled with resources, trainings, and professional development opportunities designed to support those working in child welfare, child abuse prevention, and family strengthening. Inside the October issue: ✅ Improve New Hire Experience 📆 Live Webinars + Workshops ⏪ Training Replays 💡 Curated Resource Collections 📢 Community Updates Don't miss out on valuable tools and upcoming opportunities to grow your knowledge and make an even greater impact. 🔗 Read the newsletter today and share it with others in your network! caltrin.link/connect_oct26 #ChildAbusePrevention #FamilyStrengthening #ChildWelfare #ProfessionalDevelopment

💜 Did you know? Millions of children are exposed to domestic/intimate partner violence each year, yet the impacts on children are often overlooked. For #DomesticViolenceAwarenessMonth, we're highlighting evidence-based programs that support survivors of domestic violence and help children and families build safety, resilience, and well-being. 🔍 Learn more and explore CEBC-reviewed programs: cebc.link/DV/IPV_SrvsVictChi… #DVAM2026 #ChildWelfare #DomesticViolenceAwareness #EvidenceBased #FamilySupport

The CEBC's annual Open Submission period is coming soon. If you represent a program or measurement tool that aligns with a CEBC topic area, now is the perfect time to start preparing. Eligible submissions will be considered for review and potential inclusion on the CEBC website. ✅ Review eligibility requirements ✅ Learn about the submission process ✅ Start gathering your materials 🔗 Visit our How to Submit Your Program to the CEBC page to learn more: cebc4cw.org/how-to-submit-yo… #CEBC #EvidenceBasedPrograms #MeasurementTools #ChildWelfare #ResearchToPractice #ImplementationScience #ProgramEvaluation

🎉 Congratulations to our survey prize winners! 🎉 Thank you to everyone who participated in the CEBC social media survey. Your feedback will help inform how we share research, evidence-based programs, implementation resources, and tools with the child welfare community. Thank you for helping us strengthen CEBC's social media presence and better support the professionals, researchers, and organizations we serve. #ChildWelfare #EvidenceBasedPractice #ProfessionalLearning #CEBC