Safety Framework Practice Model

North Dakota Child Welfare Community Partners

ND Safety Framework Practice Model is the Safety Assessment and Family Evaluation Model (SAFE) developed by Action for Child Protection (https://action4cp.org/; ©2025 Action for Child Protection. All rights reserved.). The resources and “Safety Framework Practice Model: Overview of Purpose and Concepts” tutorial will provide you information regarding North Dakota’s Safety Framework Practice Model for child welfare.  This change has positively impacted how agencies make case decisions and has influenced how child welfare staff partner with local community agencies to better serve children and families. If, in your work, you routinely partner with child welfare staff within the human service zones, it highly recommended you review these resources.  Thank you for taking time to learn more about child welfare in North Dakota and we sincerely hope you find it informative.

Helpful Resources

• Safety Framework Practice Model Infographic (01.08.2025)
• Safety Framework Practice Model Overview Handout (01.08.2025)