Tribal Family Services

What is Tribal Family Services?

• Front Line Prevention Services

• Child Protection Team (CPT)

• Indian Child Welfare Act (ICWA)

• Court Advocacy, Reunification

• BIA Social Services

• Program Overview

• Prevention and Early Intervention (PEI)

• Case Management Services

What is the ICWA?

ICWA is a federal law that seeks to keep American Indian children with American Indian families. Congress passed ICWA in 1978 in response to the alarmingly high number of Indian children being removed from their homes by both public and private agencies. The intent of Congress under ICWA was to "protect the best interests of Indian children and to promote the stability and security of Indian tribes and families" (25 U.S.C. § 1902). ICWA sets federal requirements that apply to state child custody proceedings involving an Indian child who is a member of or eligible for membership in a federally recognized tribe.

For more information on the IHC program or for resource information please contact 760.749.1410 x 5249