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HHS Launches New National Human Trafficking Training and Technical Assistance Center
NHTTAC will serve as the anti-trafficking field’s primary source of training and technical assistance from a public health perspective.
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New Guide for Providing a Trauma-Informed Approach in Human Services
The Guide is intended to provide an introduction to the topic of trauma, a discussion of why understanding and addressing trauma is important for human services programs, and a “road map” to find relevant resources.
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The Truth About Human Trafficking
Look Beneath the Surface and help end modern slavery
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Research and Evaluation in 2016
Highlights from a year of research and evaluation at the Administration for Children and Families.
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Caring for Mothers, Babies, and Communities Suffering Because of Substance Abuse
Supporting the development of young children who are affected by maternal substance abuse.
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Improving Financial Stability Among Low-Income Adults
Early evidence from the Assets for Independence Evaluation show that the programs increased low-income participants’ savings after one year.
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New Data Will Benefit Foster Children and Adoptive Families
First regulation update in 23 years improves data on children in state and tribal child welfare systems.
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Healthcare Connections in Arizona
Bringing information about coverage to the people who need it.
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Keeping Warm During Cold Weather
Tips to stay safe and energy efficient in your home this winter.
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Serving All Our Nations
ANA’s Native employees are committed to helping all Native nations.