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FY2024 OFA Learning Collaboratives: Overcoming Barriers to TANF Participation

Based on input from state TANF programs during the 2023 National TANF Directors’ Meeting, the Office of Family Assistance (OFA) developed five virtual Learning Collaboratives (LCs) on topics best addressed through a cohort-based, peer learning format. These LCs were designed to be a progressive series of interactive meetings that facilitated reflection, peer sharing, connection with experts, and human-centered design and planning activities to deeply explore facets of the collaborative topic. Sessions were held monthly from March to August 2024 for 60-90 minutes.

The Overcoming Barriers to TANF Participation LC gathered TANF program leaders motivated by the many families facing barriers to accessing TANF or needed financial support despite their eligibility. The LC provided the opportunity for states to connect with each other while learning new strategies that may increase TANF participation for greater family well-being. It was designed to encourage participants to take steps to identify a priority barrier to participation in their TANF program. Participating states and territories included New Hampshire, New York, New Jersey, Virgin Islands, Pennsylvania, Florida, Georgia, Kansas, Mississippi, Minnesota, New Mexico, Hawaii, and Wyoming.

This OFA resource highlights the Strengthening Overcoming Barriers to TANF Participation LC, including key takeaways and resources from each session as well as overall themes and future considerations for follow-up.

Source
OFA Peer TA
Geographic Area
Rural
Statewide
City/County
County
State
Florida
Georgia
Hawaii
Kansas
Minnesota
Mississippi
New Hampshire
New Jersey
New Mexico
New York
Ohio
Pennsylvania
Virgin Islands
Wyoming
Topics/Subtopics
Supportive Services
Health/Behavioral Health Referrals and Supports
TANF Program Administration
Case Management
Performance Outcome Measures
Work Participation Rates
TANF Policy and Legislation
Publication Date
2024-10-31
Section/Feed Type
PeerTA Resources (OFA Initiatives)
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