A child I care about is in foster care in Alaska – An FAQ for friends and relatives
Answers to common questions about how a grandparent, relative, or friend can help support a child in foster care who is not your child.
Child protection in Alaska, what happens after a report of harm? - FAQ
Answers to common questions about child protection, the Alaska Office of Children's Services, and Child in Need of Aid (CINA) proceedings in Alaska.
Court Mediation Programs
The Alaska Court System provides free and low-cost mediation programs for child custody/visitation cases, child-in-need-of-aid (CINA) cases, & adult guardianship/conservatorship cases. Information about these programs in particular, and mediation in other matters is available here.
What is a Guardian ad Litem or Custody Investigator?
A brief explanation of the terms "Guardian ad Litem" (GAL) and "Custody Investigator (CI)" in Alaska State Court custody or divorce with children cases.