Adoption and Foster Care Analysis and Reporting System

The Adoption and Foster Care Analysis and Reporting System (AFCARS) is a federal data collection that tracks children in foster care and those awaiting adoption. It gathers information from state child welfare agencies to monitor the safety, well-being, and permanency of these children. The system helps ensure transparency, accountability, and quality of care by providing data for policymakers, researchers, and the public. Overall, AFCARS supports efforts to improve outcomes for vulnerable children by informing decisions and policies related to foster care and adoption processes.