Putting Families First Communication Toolbox Wisconsin is shifting the child welfare system to keep more children and families connected. This transformation will impact all child welfare system partners and key audiences, as well as the general public. You can help us effectively communicate about this positive change by using and sharing the below resources. Background Information Family First 1-Page Overview - a general overview of Family First. Family First Informational Graphic - an infographic for Family First; this can be used to begin meetings, post in break rooms as reminders, and shared in various communications. Transforming Wisconsin's Child Welfare System - an overview of the research supporting the Putting Families First transformation. "Putting Families First: Wisconsin's Child Welfare System Transformation" (video) - a short video overview of the vision and priorities of the Putting Families First transformation. Case Flow: Access - Wisconsin's child welfare system is divided into three stages; this infographic details how a case moves through the Access stage of the system. Case Flow: Initial Assessment - Wisconsin's child welfare system is divided into three stages; this infographic details how a case moves through the Initial Assessment stage of the system. Case Flow: Ongoing (In-Home) - Wisconsin's child welfare system is divided into three stages; this infographic details how a case moves through the Ongoing (In-Home) stage of the system. Case Flow: Ongoing (Out-of-Home) - Wisconsin's child welfare system is divided into three stages; this infographic details how a case moves through the Ongoing (Out-of-Home) stage of the system. Resources for Partners and Key Audiences "Putting Families First: Wisconsin's Child Welfare System Transformation" (video) - a short video overview of the vision and priorities of the Putting Families First transformation. Judicial and Legal Stakeholders: Supporting In-Home Planning - a document detailing how legal partners can support in-home planning. Putting Families First Playbook - an online resource for agency directors and managers as they think about how to build, grow and leverage local partnerships in support of Putting Families First and keeping families together. How to Testify at a Public Hearing - a resource offering guidance to members of the public who are interested in testifying at a public hearing. The resource includes general information about public hearings, tips for preparing for the hearing, and other good-to-know information. Lived Experience Resources Please sign up for the Putting Families First Newsletter to stay updated about Lived Experience efforts. Many resources exist that encourage and educate on ways to engage those with Lived Experience. The following resources show ways to elevate voices within your county or agency. Voices of Lived Experience Engaging Lived Experience Lived Expertise Engagement An Introduction to Child Welfare - For Parents, By Parents Understanding the Language of Child Welfare - A Resource for Parents Information for Parents at the Start of a CPS Initial Assessment Information for Parents at the Start of a CPS Initial Assessment (English) Information for Parents at the Start of a CPS Initial Assessment (Spanish) Information for Parents at the Start of a CPS Initial Assessment (Hmong) A Guide for Youth in Out-of-Home Care Placements in Wisconsin Youth Engagement Empowering Family Voice How to Testify at a Public Hearing - a resource offering guidance to lived experts and other members of the public who are interested in testifying at a public hearing. The resource includes general information about public hearings, tips for preparing for the hearing, and other good-to-know information. Town Halls + Events Past Events 2025 Fall Town Hall - Putting Families First Held via Zoom | Download Presentation PDF 2025 Spring Town Hall - Biennial Budget Proposal Held via Zoom | Download Presentation PDF 2024 Fall Town Hall - Putting Families First Held via Zoom | Download Presentation PDF Let's Connect! Questions related to the Putting Families First transformation can be sent to Putting Families First team. This inbox is checked daily.
