Kadi Janssen, Policy Analyst

Kadi joined the Federation staff in June of 2009 after completing a year-long internship here through the MSU School of Social Work Master’s program. Kadi has taken on the role of Policy Analyst at the Federation. Kadi’s responsibilities include monitoring and analysis of child welfare legislation and administrative policies. Kadi develops the Policy Press, a bi-weekly newsletter updating member agency executive directors on the most current state budget and national policy news. Kadi creates tools and resources for the advocacy efforts Federation members engage in, especially as they relate to the child welfare reform efforts underway as a result of the Children’s Rights lawsuit settlement agreement.

Kadi will continue to do research and literature reviews in order to develop position papers on public policy issues impacting child welfare agencies in Michigan. Working with Janet, Kadi will bring together the Public Policy Committee on a regular basis to discuss current policy news and ways in which the membership can continue to be active participants in advocating for effective child welfare policies.