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ACYI transition planning protocol for youth with disabilities : your guide to reaching new heights [2007-12]

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This document presented the Transition Planning Protocol for Youth with Disabilities, developed under the Alberta Children and Youth Initiative (ACYI), to support adolescents with disabilities... More ≫

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This document presented the Transition Planning Protocol for Youth with Disabilities, developed under the Alberta Children and Youth Initiative (ACYI), to support adolescents with disabilities during their transition to adulthood. It addressed concerns about service gaps, cultural sensitivity, and coordination among support systems. The protocol outlined a six-step planning process and emphasized flexibility to meet individual needs. A cross-ministry working group conducted a literature review, surveys, and focus groups to inform the protocol's development. Although its use was not mandated, the protocol aimed to guide families, professionals, and government ministries toward improved outcomes.

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Handbook for Aboriginal mentoring : what, why, how, who?

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This handbook provides comprehensive guidance on establishing effective Aboriginal mentoring programs. It defines various mentoring models, including one-to-one, group, and peer mentoring, and... More ≫

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This handbook provides comprehensive guidance on establishing effective Aboriginal mentoring programs. It defines various mentoring models, including one-to-one, group, and peer mentoring, and explains the importance of these programs for Aboriginal youth, emphasizing the role of Elders and traditional teachers. The resource outlines practical steps for program development, covering needs assessment, goal setting, administration, policies, volunteer recruitment and screening, and ongoing support for mentoring relationships. These insights aim to facilitate the creation of culturally appropriate and sustainable mentoring initiatives within Aboriginal communities.

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Overview of changes to the Child, Youth and Family Enhancement Act

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This document summarized the legislative changes introduced in November 2004 under the Child, Youth and Family Enhancement Act, which replaced the Child Welfare Act in Alberta. Developed through... More ≫

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This document summarized the legislative changes introduced in November 2004 under the Child, Youth and Family Enhancement Act, which replaced the Child Welfare Act in Alberta. Developed through extensive community consultation, the act emphasized early intervention, family-centred services, and cultural sensitivity, particularly for Aboriginal children. Key changes included updated definitions of neglect and emotional injury, implementation of differential response models, adoption of concurrent planning, shortened permanency timelines, expanded procedural rights for children, and an enhanced role for the Child and Youth Advocate. The act also established licensing requirements for all care facilities and expanded access to adoption records.

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Your choice, your voice : youth ideas and action plans shared with government

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This report documented the 2000 "Your Choice Your Voice" Youth Forums, organized by Alberta Children's Services in response to recommendations from the 1999 Children's Forum. Six regional forums... More ≫

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This report documented the 2000 "Your Choice Your Voice" Youth Forums, organized by Alberta Children's Services in response to recommendations from the 1999 Children's Forum. Six regional forums and one provincial Aboriginal Youth Forum brought together over 1,000 youth to discuss issues affecting them and develop local solutions. Topics identified by youth included drugs and alcohol, diversity and discrimination, violence, and sexual health, with the provincial Aboriginal Youth Forum also addressing suicide prevention and cultural awareness. Youth Planning Committees selected discussion topics, guided action plan development, and presented solutions to community audiences. The report summarized these discussions and the action plans created, which ranged from substance abuse prevention to mental health promotion, and outlined next steps for sharing outcomes and fostering partnerships.

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Working together in FCSS : gifts and challenges

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In 1998-1999, the FCSS Association of Alberta conducted a research project to learn the experiences of Family and Community Support Services programs in working with others. As a result of this... More ≫

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In 1998-1999, the FCSS Association of Alberta conducted a research project to learn the experiences of Family and Community Support Services programs in working with others. As a result of this research, a set of six papers were released in the Working Together series. This paper, the first in the series, provides theoretical information about working together in general. It summarizes: why FCSS programs work with others; bridges and barriers to working together; working across organizational cultures; and three challenges and opportunities for FCSS working together in the future.

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