Module 1: An Introduction to the Indian Child Welfare Act and Active Efforts

Discusses the historical context, recent Supreme Court decision, and the urgency of providing Active Efforts to maintain or reunify American Indian and Alaskan Native (AI/AN) children with their families. View the audio description version .

Resources:

• Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA) sources for additional learning and to define Active Efforts. See pages 39-44
• Section G of the ICWA Final Rule
• BIA Quick Reference Sheet for Active Efforts