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Speakers: Brian Okamoto, Jessica Duffy
Brian Okamoto and Jessica Duffy dig into Dependency Court with a detailed overview and walkthrough on what to expect and how to navigate processes. Below are helpful links mentioned in the video.
Where to Receive Training:
Initial 8-hour Competency Training
National Association of Counsel for Children (NACC)
ABA National Alliance for Parent Representation
OC Juvenile Courthouse Trainings Brian Okamoto's Email
OC Juvenile Courthouse Trainings Jessica Duffy's Email
Materials:
CEB – California Juvenile Dependency Practice
Seiser & Kumli
NACC Red Book
Web-Based Resources:
OC SSA Policies
Children’s Bureau – trainings and technical assistance
National Center on Substance Abuse and Child Welfare (NCSACW)
The Imprint – child welfare news
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