Devin D. Coleman

Research Assistant @Florida Institute For Child Welfare

Tallahassee, FL, US

Org MissionThe Florida Institute for Child Welfare seeks to use collaborative partnerships, research, policy analysis and training to enhance the sustainability of the child welfare workforce. The overall goal of cultivating a competent, diverse, professional, and effective workforce would positively impact engagement with vulnerable families. To accomplish this mission, the Institute will create a supportive community for child welfare professionals to enhance their skills, plan for their careers and receive ongoing well-being support. The Institute will sponsor and support interdisciplinary research and program evaluation initiatives to inform all professional development content to contribute to a dynamic knowledge base relevant for enhancing Florida\'s child welfare outcomes. The Institute will collaborate with community agencies across all sectors to translate research into well-being oriented, actionable and skill-based opportunities.