National Child Support Engagement Association

Policy Forum: The NCSEA Policy Forum, traditionally held in late January to mid-February in Washington, D.C., provides a unique opportunity for IV-D Directors, researchers, policy experts and child support professionals to discuss and learn about the most recent developments and initiatives on the federal, state and local levels. Experts in the Legislative and Executive branches, as well as experts from within our own community, provide the latest information on issues that impact the child support program.

Organizational development and membership: Includes activities and expenses relating to strategic planning and mission execution.

Public Relations & Advocacy: NCSEA gathers, develops and provides relevant information regarding the child support program to its members, policy makers, law-makers and the public at large. We strive to educate policy makers at local, state and federal levels so they have a complete and accurate understanding of the child support program. We collaborate with other child support associations and advocacy groups in child support development, research and advocacy efforts. We have built strong alliances with strategic partners throughout the US and internationally to support and promote the achievement of mutual goals in ensuring children are entitled to, and receive support from both parents, regardless of where the parents reside.NCSEA also develops positions on current and emerging policy and legal issues and serves as an advocate and educator to members and other stakeholders on those issues. Finally, NCSEA promotes and encourages best practices in supporting children and policies that entitle children to the full emotional, material and medical support that parents owe to their children.

Training: NCSEA offers a number of programs and events throughout the year for the child support professionals, agencies, and strategic partners. Some of the items we offer are:Web-Talks- Train your whole office with no travel expense or time away from the office. Just one registration provides an opportunity for everyone in your office to benefit from the expertise and knowledge of professionals from all over the country.NCSEA Connects provides child support professionals a network of colleagues who share common goals, with the intent to bolster relationships, learning opportunities, mentoring, and professional development, in a community-building way. Groups are organized organically around topics that NCSEA members want. NCSEA provides the forum and guidance for organization, with Affinity Group members taking lead on the details of participation.NCSEA On Location Podcasts- Interviews and discussions with Human Services professionals and other stakeholders. Recorded on location and meetings and events around the world.