Resource Policy

Improving Outcomes for Families Through Better Use of Data: The TANF Data Collaborative

This nine-minute video, produced after the completion of the TANF Data Collaborative (TDC) Pilot, features staff members from the California, Colorado, Minnesota, and Virginia TANF agencies reflecting on their challenges, accomplishments, and general experiences during the pilot. In particular, they describe their research questions and discuss building data capacity, integrating datasets, networking with other states,…

Organization: MDRC
Author: MDRC
Published Year: 2023

The document discusses how the TANF Data Collaborative is working to improve outcomes for families by enhancing the use of data within the Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) program.

It highlights the importance of data-driven decision-making, cross-agency collaboration, and building state capacity to analyze and apply data for better policy and program outcomes.