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National Indian Child Welfare Association
Protecting our Children. Preserving our Culture.
NICWA improves the lives of American Indian children and families. Learn more.
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Make a lasting commitment to American Indian child welfare.
Focus On
Indian Child Welfare Act of 1978
NICWA provides training and support for the Indian Child Welfare Act of 1978 (ICWA).
ICWA helps keep American Indian children with American Indian families.
Family Resources
Research
NICWA conducts research to support effective policy- making and strengthen services for American Indian children.
Training & Certification
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NICWA offers Tribal Child Welfare Worker certification.
On-site Technical Assistance
NICWA can help you improve child welfare and children's mental health services.
ICWA Online Training Course
NICWA provides training and support for child welfare workers working on ICWA cases.
Indian Child Welfare Training Institutes
News & Events
NICWA responds to South Carolina decision
NICWA'S Annual Conference
Become a sponsor. Our sponsors enjoy many benefits.
Conference and Registration Information
2012 Golf Tournament
Come swing in support of Native children and families at Soboba Springs on November 12th!
Systems of Care Tribal Communities
Honoring Innovations Report best practice newsletter - Issue 7: Community Readiness Model July 2012
We are hiring!
Learn about career opportunities at NICWA.