UNL Center on Children, Families, and the Law

UNL Center on Children, Families, and the Law Helping the Helpers: We provide an interdisciplinary and collaborative approach to improve systems and outcomes for children and families.

Research by faculty in the University of Nebraska at Lincoln colleges of Arts and Sciences, Law, and Education and Human Sciences is integrated through the Center. The Center's own distinguished faculty reflects its interdisciplinary goals, including professionals with degrees in law, psychology, pediatrics, special education, sociology, and education. The Center is located administratively within

UNL's College of Arts and Sciences and is a member of the College's Family Research and Policy Initiative.

06/15/2026

Looking for a professional meeting space conveniently located in downtown Lincoln? UNL-CCFL has six cutting-edge trainin...
06/15/2026

Looking for a professional meeting space conveniently located in downtown Lincoln? UNL-CCFL has six cutting-edge training and conference rooms available to meet your needs.

Learn more and request a meeting space today! https://ow.ly/4ZY050WpxAg

06/15/2026
CCFL invites you to join the QIC-EY for a free training, "Supporting Cultural Connections," on June 23, 12-1 PM CT.Legal...
06/12/2026

CCFL invites you to join the QIC-EY for a free training, "Supporting Cultural Connections," on June 23, 12-1 PM CT.

Legal permanency is vital for youth in care, but for them to truly thrive, we must also ensure they have cultural permanence—a lasting connection to the identities, traditions, and communities that define them.

Cultural connections are the shared values, languages, and community relationships that provide a young person with a sense of belonging and self.

Register online: https://ow.ly/iIio50Z172o

Permanency means more than placement. It means helping children and families build secure attachments, maintain healthy ...
06/11/2026

Permanency means more than placement. It means helping children and families build secure attachments, maintain healthy connections, and navigate challenges over time with understanding and compassion.

Permanency thrives when systems and professionals work together to strengthen families through every stage.

Explore how permanency competent mental health services can transform the lives of children and families on the National Center website: bridges4mentalhealth.org.

06/11/2026

June is ! 💛💙 Today we're spotlighting online safety. 💻

Catfishing, online exploitation, cyberbullying, social media threats, and inappropriate messages are serious concerns.

If something online makes you uncomfortable or worried, trust your instincts and reach out for support. Safe2Help Nebraska is available 24/7.

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📞 833-980-SAFE (7233)

Let’s stay in touch! Join UNL Center on Children, Families, and the Law's monthly newsletter to receive news about upcom...
06/10/2026

Let’s stay in touch! Join UNL Center on Children, Families, and the Law's monthly newsletter to receive news about upcoming projects and services. Sign up today! https://ow.ly/qTBr50XsYpq

Check out the first episode of the Elevating Engagement Miniseries podcast, called “Real-World Strategies for Connecting...
06/09/2026

Check out the first episode of the Elevating Engagement Miniseries podcast, called “Real-World Strategies for Connecting with Children & Youth.”

This episode features QIC-EY Project Director Leslie Cohen and Communications Consultant April Dinwoodie, who explore the “Why” behind the QIC-EY and the belief that authentic engagement is foundational, not optional, for permanency. https://youtu.be/v8H-kNkvDYw

Congratulations to CCFL's Jeff M. Chambers, who received the 2026 Making a Difference Award from the Nebraska Investment...
06/09/2026

Congratulations to CCFL's Jeff M. Chambers, who received the 2026 Making a Difference Award from the Nebraska Investment Finance Authority!

Accolades are compiled from faculty and staff submissions, R&I's external recognition and awards coordinator, the Achievements column published by University Communication and Marketing, and college, center and departmental websites.

'Crisis level situation': Nebraska oversight finds increase in institutionalized care for kids who need a home
06/08/2026

'Crisis level situation': Nebraska oversight finds increase in institutionalized care for kids who need a home

The report said the growing number of children in congregate care, or institutionalized, group care.

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