National Resource Center for Child Welfare Data & Technology A Service of the Children's Bureau & Member of the T/TA Network

Copious data and dynamic technology may both contribute to and pose challenges in managing any modern enterprise. The NRC-CWDT utilizes multiple avenues in assisting child welfare agencies in productive use of data and technology: direct training and technical assistance; opportunities for peer consultation and information sharing; and resources to stay abreast of current approaches.

Data & Technology Services

Data Analysis

Ideas for program assessment, planning, monitoring workload, and more.

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GIS

Geographic Information System (GIS) is a tool for visualizing & analyzing spatial data to inform decisions.

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Data Sharing

Tips and techniques for sharing data within and across state agencies.

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Managing with Data

Promising practices, examples, and resources for using data as a management tool.

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Emerging Technologies

Learn about new tools and software, as well as methods and techniques.

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Planning & Support Services

Disaster Planning

Helpful links, resources and tools for disaster preparedness and response.

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Service Array

A set of tools to assess and enhance an agency’s child and family service array.

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