Symposium Report: Supporting Families, Building a Better Tomorrow for Children: The Role of the Social Service Workforce

This report summarizes the contents of the symposium “Supporting Families, Building a Better Tomorrow for Children: The Role of the Social Service Workforce” hosted by the Global Social Service Workforce Alliance with support from PEPFAR/USAID and the National Association of Social Workers Foundation. Held at the National Press Club and made available via live webcast on April 29, 2014, the symposium contributed to the growing body of knowledge regarding the role of the social service workforce in promoting strong families and better futures for children. Expert presenters discussed current initiatives to strengthen the social service workforce and improve systems and services that promote well-being, protection, and healthy development. In addition to the report, the full program is available on the Global Social Service Workforce Alliance’s website, along with videos and presentations.