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Open Government and Confidentiality
Florida's Government-in-the-Sunshine Law sets a high standard of open records and transparency of public information and meetings, and open government is also a core value of the Department of Children and Families and the Office of Communications.
Latest News & Events


February 17, 2025
DCF Launches New and Improved Website to Help Families Interested in Adoption
The Department of Children and Families (Department) Secretary Shevaun Harris announced the new Adopt Florida website. The dynamic upgrade enhances the adoption journey by streamlining information about the process and providing prospective adoptive…
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Behavioral Health Interagency Collaboration
10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Behavioral Health Interagency Collaboration
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Mar
Safe Space Informational Session
12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
Please register if you would like to learn more about the Safe Space initiative or if you have any questions. We look forward to meeting you.
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Mar
Child and Family Well Being Council Call
6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Child and Family Well Being Council Call
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The department uses social media to connect with families and individuals to share information, safety tips, and more. Find social media graphics in the digital media library.
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Circuits & Regions
Florida's 67 counties are divided into six regional areas containing 20 circuits which align with the state’s judicial circuits.