Guidance for policy language: Kinship services in Tribal child welfare (Policy issues overview part two)

In this second part of a two-part toolkit, explore specific policy language and trauma-informed recommendations to aid Tribal child welfare programs in developing effective, culturally relevant policies for kinship care. This guide emphasizes the importance of honoring extended family systems and provides practical examples to support relatives and kin caregivers in ensuring child safety and well-being in Tribal communities. It complements the first part by providing actionable steps and language for policy implementation.