This brief illustrates the delivery of Procedural Justice-Informed Alternatives to Contempt (PJAC) services from the perspective of case managers in six child support agencies. Procedural justice, a process-oriented model for dispute resolution, suggests that if people perceive fairness in the process, there will more likely be compliance with the outcome of the process, regardless of whether the outcome is favorable. Integrating this model into six child support agencies across the United States, the PJAC demonstration project supports noncustodial parents who are referred to the legal system for civil contempt of court and have not met child support obligations. PJAC services are used to address the reasons for nonpayment, improve the consistency in making payments, and support positive engagement with the child support agency and the custodial parent.

Supportive services are one of 14 program elements of the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) youth program that enable individuals to participate in WIOA activities. This first set of resources on providing supportive services to youth includes information on: Supportive Services Guides and Locators; the TANF Program and state contacts; the Child Care and Development Fund (CCDF) and State CCDF contacts; the State Child Support Enforcement Program; guidance and support for individuals with disabilities; the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program; the Foster Care to Success Education Training Voucher Program; and health, mental health, and substance abuse resources.

The Office of Child Support Enforcement released official forms and guidance under the Hague Child Support Convention to support international child support cases involving participating countries. These materials help standardize how cases are processed across borders and make it easier for agencies to work together when parents live in different countries. Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) practitioners serving families with international child support needs can use this resource to better understand the process and connect families with the appropriate child support services and supports.

When parents live in different states or jurisdictions, child support cases can become more complex. The Office of Child Support Enforcement released this collection of standardized intergovernmental forms to help child support agencies process interstate cases more efficiently and consistently. Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) practitioners who work with families across state lines can use this resource to better understand the documentation required and support families as they navigate the child support process.

Estimating child support payments can help families better understand their financial responsibilities and plan for the future. This online calculator provides an estimate of potential child support obligations based on basic financial information. Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) practitioners can use this tool as a conversation starter with families, helping participants better understand the child support process while encouraging informed financial planning. Because child support guidelines vary by state, estimates should be used for educational purposes only.

States across the country are finding new ways to connect child support participants with employment opportunities. This federal webpage highlights child support-led employment programs operating across the country and the services they provide to help parents find and keep jobs. Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) programs can use these examples to identify promising practices, strengthen partnerships with child support agencies, and expand employment supports for families.

Starting a Tribal Child Support Program requires careful planning and a clear understanding of federal requirements. This Administration for Children and Families guide walks Tribes through the start-up application process, offering practical guidance on program planning, required documentation, and implementation considerations. Because child support and Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) are closely connected in supporting family economic stability, this resource can also help Tribal TANF programs strengthen coordination with child support services. Tribal leaders and program staff can use this guide to prepare strong applications, build effective partnerships between TANF and child support programs, and ensure families receive more seamless, whole-family support that promotes the needs of Tribal children and caregivers.

Steady employment benefits both parents and children. This National Conference of State Legislatures resource highlights how child support agencies are partnering with workforce programs to connect parents with employment services that can improve earnings and increase their ability to support their families. Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) practitioners can use these examples to strengthen partnerships with child support and workforce agencies while helping participants access employment opportunities that promote long-term financial stability.

Parents who face barriers to employment often need coordinated support to remain actively involved in their children's lives. This Office for Planning, Research and Evaluation report shares lessons learned from programs serving disadvantaged noncustodial parents, including strategies for improving employment, parenting, and family engagement outcomes. Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) practitioners can use these findings to develop more effective services that address the unique needs of noncustodial parents while supporting stronger family stability.

Oregon offers an example of how coordination between Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) and child support programs can improve services for families. This resource explains how the two programs work together in practice, including shared processes, referrals, and the role child support plays in supporting family economic stability. Oregon exemplifies how intentional collaboration can reduce duplication, improve communication across programs, and create a more seamless experience for families. TANF practitioners can use this resource to consider how stronger partnerships with child support agencies can improve program operations and better support families on their path to self-sufficiency.