FRIENDS is a national center that provides targeted technical assistance and training to the Community-Based Child Abuse Prevention (CBCAP) community. They strive to build capacity in various aspects of CBCAP program requirements, including parent leadership, evidence-based practice, collaboration, outcome accountability, and data utilization. FRIENDS also offers a range of useful tools and resources, such as a crosswalk of evidence-based practice and a protective factors survey.
As part of their mission, FRIENDS is committed to promoting cultural effectiveness and equity in family-serving organizations. They have developed resources to support CBCAP lead agencies and funded grantees in building culturally effective organizations. FRIENDS aims to ensure that services are culturally appropriate and prioritize optimal outcomes for all children and families. They also provide a collection of stories, including an animated version, that highlight resilience and empowerment in parenting.
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