Research Summary: Promising Practices for Integrating People with Lived Experience in the CWS Workforce

When leveraging the expertise, perspectives, and insights of People with Lived Experience (PWLE) in meaningful ways within health and human service systems, there are clear benefits for the agency, clients, and the person with lived experience. This research summary includes strategies for effectively integrating PWLE into the Child Welfare Services (CWS) workforce, potential barriers and considerations, examples of promising state and county programs, and additional resources.