National Foster Parent Association

National Foster Parent Association The mission of NFPA is to support foster parents in achieving safety, well-being for the children and youth in their care. Organized by Helen D.

"The bond that links your true family is not one of blood, but of respect and joy in each other's life." The National Foster Parent Association (NFPA) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization established in 1972 to address the concerns of several independent groups of foster parents and child welfare professionals to provide foster families with opportunities for advocacy, networking, and education.

Stone, MSW, Foster Care Program Director at the Child Welfare League of America (CWLA), and Beatrice L. Garrett, MSW, Specialist on Foster Family Services at the U.S. Children's Bureau, the NFPA was created as a non-profit association with a volunteer Board of Directors and paid staff. The NFPA has grown from an original group of 926 foster parents, 210 social workers, and 59 other professionals to an organization that represents thousands of foster families nationwide through foster parent affiliate associations organized by a Council of State Affiliates. The National Foster Parent Association works to be a respected national voice for foster, kinship, and adoptive families through networking, education, and advocacy.

07/21/2026

📣 The next chapter is here!

We are proud to announce the release of Volume 1.2 of the FASD Symposium White Paper series!

Developed from the conversations and collaboration that took place during the 2025 FASD Symposium at FASD Impact Week in Washington, DC, this paper reflects the perspectives of more than 120 contributors and reviewers from across the FASD community.

Together, Volumes 1.1 and 1.2 are helping shape a national action plan to advance FASD awareness, research, policy, and support.

Explore both papers on our new FASD White Papers & Symposiums landing page:
🔗 bit.ly/FASDWhitePaper

Thank you to everyone who contributed your expertise, collaboration, and commitment to building a stronger future for the FASD community.

Image Description: A promotional graphic announcing the release of FASD Symposium White Papers Volume 1.2. A red banner across the top reads "FASD Symposium White Papers Are Out Now" with the subtitle "An Invitation to the Table." The FASD United logo appears in the upper right corner. Below are photos from the 2025 FASD Symposium showing participants writing notes, collaborating in small group discussions, presenting at a podium, and smiling together around tables. A white banner along the bottom reads "Washington D.C. September 15, 2025" alongside the URL bit.ly/FASDWhitePaper and a QR code.

07/21/2026

Some students carry more than books in their backpacks.

Children in adoptive, foster, kinship, and guardianship families often carry something schools cannot see: experiences of loss, grief, trauma, and disrupted relationships. These experiences can shape how a student regulates emotions, engages with peers, and shows up to learn, long before a single lesson is taught.

On Tuesday, August 18, join the Center for Adoption Support and Education's Educational Implementation Specialists Cortney Jordan, MA, LGPC, and Jane Dugan, MA, MFT, for "In Their Backpack: The Added Weight of Loss & Grief for Students in Adoptive, Foster, Kinship, and Guardianship Families," a free webinar for school professionals ready to better understand and support this population.

A compassionate, informed school professional can be the difference between a student struggling silently and a student feeling seen.

Register now: https://events.zoom.us/ev/AlktISjAFuNgkDpnWWYFmQDEw_EMQaqFY8MW9Tma5tMAo4M9dIJ0~AhPSna50w2ntMyXLxGi9t-i4igeF6Iux22cMSNV4PlZpPaiHFv9TUMlE2w?utm_source=constant+contact&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=2026+august+webinar&utm_id=2026+August+Webinar

07/21/2026

📣 Call for Presentations: ATTACh 2027 Conference

There's still time to share your expertise! ATTACh is accepting presentation proposals for the 2027 ATTACh Conference, taking place April 8–10, 2027, in Virginia Beach, VA.

We're seeking presentations from clinicians, researchers, educators, advocates, and individuals with lived experience that explore innovative, evidence-based approaches to attachment, trauma, developmental challenges, family healing, and related topics.

Don't see your topic listed? We welcome unique perspectives and special-topic proposals.

⏰ Proposal submission deadline: August 15, 2026

Help shape the future of attachment-focused care and connect with professionals dedicated to advancing healing and best practices.

Submit your proposal today: https://attach.org/2027-attach-conference/

Before the start of this weekend's celebration of America's 250th Anniversary, we take a moment's pause to thank foster,...
07/03/2026

Before the start of this weekend's celebration of America's 250th Anniversary, we take a moment's pause to thank foster, adoptive and kinship parents for all that you do for the children in your care.

Here's to a safe and joyful Fourth of July for your family!

In honor of this important event, we are offering a special discount for our Fall conference! Attend the whole 'Together for Impact' for just $250, a $100 discount. Use code 250NFPA.

https://nfpaeducation.com

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