Sec. 264.2041. CULTURAL AWARENESS. The department shall:
(1) develop and deliver cultural competency training to all service delivery staff;
(2) increase targeted recruitment efforts for foster and adoptive families who can meet the needs of children and youth who are waiting for permanent homes;
(3) target recruitment efforts to ensure diversity among department staff; and
(4) develop collaborative partnerships with community groups, agencies, faith-based organizations, and other community organizations to provide culturally competent services to children and families of every race and ethnicity.
Added by Acts 2005, 79th Leg., Ch. 268 (S.B. 6), Sec. 1.54, eff. September 1, 2005.
Structure Texas Statutes
Title 5 - The Parent-Child Relationship and the Suit Affecting the Parent-Child Relationship
Subtitle E - Protection of the Child
Chapter 264 - Child Welfare Services
Subchapter C. Child and Family Services
Section 264.201. Services by Department
Section 264.2011. Enhanced In-Home Support Program
Section 264.2015. Family Group Conferencing
Section 264.202. Standards and Effectiveness
Section 264.203. Required Participation
Section 264.2031. Selection of Service Provider
Section 264.204. Community-Based Family Services
Section 264.2041. Cultural Awareness
Section 264.2042. Nonprofit Organizations Providing Child and Family Services
Section 264.2044. Grants for Faith-Based Community Collaborative Programs