This presentation will provide an overview of the Indian Child Welfare Act (ICWA) and the requirements and protocols for working with Indian children, their families, and tribal leaders. San Diego County Probation will share their approach to working with tribal families and representatives through engagement, collaboration and partnership while adhering to ICWA mandates. Attendees will explore new strategies to strengthen their current family preservation efforts through engagement with Indian Children and their tribes.

SPEAKERS:

• Yvonne Salgado, Supervising Probation Officer, San Diego County Probation
• Clara Lapastora, Supervising Probation Officer, San Diego County Probation

SLIDES:

• Family Preservation - ICWA PPT