Improving CPS

Improving child protection systems has been a formal part of NCCD's mission since 1993, when our Board of Directors authorized the creation of a special division called the Children’s Research Center (CRC).

CRC was established to help federal, state, and local child welfare agencies reduce child abuse and neglect by developing case management systems and conducting research that improves service delivery to children and families. CRC is a division of the National Council on Crime and Delinquency (NCCD), which was established in 1907 to perform a similar role for private and public agencies serving delinquent children.

A Better Future For All

Many abused and neglected children later become involved in delinquent and criminal behavior, ending up in substance abuse programs, training schools, jails, and prisons. To stem the cycle of crime and violence in the United States, organizations like NCCD must focus on improving services to families and children. CRC's mission is to continue research and evaluation efforts in child welfare and to assist agencies to improve their service delivery systems. Meeting the needs of at-risk children and families will create a better, safer society for everyone.