Less Is a Lot: Loving and Caring for Your Local Child Welfare Office

What may seem like “less” can actually be a lot. Building meaningful relationships with your local child welfare office often happens through small, consistent acts of care, presence, and perseverance. These relationships may not produce immediate or visible results, but they build trust and create a foundation for a sustainable partnership. Hear from panelists and explore the importance of staying committed to relationship-building, honoring the foundational work others have already done, and building upon that work rather than reinventing or discounting it. When we consistently engage, love, and care for our local child welfare offices, we create the trust and relationships that allow meaningful collaboration to grow—ultimately strengthening our ability to serve children and families well.