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has set an immediate goal of reducing the incidence of births to females between the ages of 15-17 to 8 per 1,000 statewide. The Department collaborates with community partners to provide education, especially to teens, on the problems and risks associated with out-of-wedlock and teen parent pregnancies. In areas of the state with high teen and out-of- wedlock pregnancies and high numbers of unintended pregnancies, efforts are focused on improving access to family planning services and long-term contraceptives for at-risk teens and women. In conjunction with pregnancy prevention efforts, the Department provides education to the public on statutory rape and basic training to community partners on identifying and reporting incidences of statutory rape. Division staff actively seek opportunities to engage and participate with a variety of local and state partners. Many of our Work Services contractors have direct relationships with local and federal law enforcement agencies to address issues such as domestic violence and human trafficking. The Division also maintains multiple provider agreements with adult education providers. The State, using non-TANF funding, supports programs designed to reach Alaska services systems, families and individuals statewide to promote healthy relationships, children and families. The wide range of activities encompasses work to support reduction of teen and out- of-wedlock pregnancy through reducing statutory rape, sexual assault and domestic violence. Efforts promote respect, healthy relationships, and safety for all Alaskans. 20. SERVICES FOR REFUGEE FAMILIES Refugee families new to Alaska often encounter multiple barriers to employment and self- sufficiency including language, culture, health, transportation and basic navigation of Alaska social and health services. In order to support refugee families receiving ATAP benefits, the Division collaborates with Catholic Social Services, federal Office of Refugee Resettlement- funded service provider in Alaska. Refugee families new to Alaska who receive ATAP are referred to Catholic Social Services for work preparation and placement, English as a second language (ESL) classes and life skills education tailored to their needs. This reduces the number of agencies and programs families must access to receive the support they need to successfully plan for and achieve self- sufficiency through employment and ensures that work services which are relevant and effective are provided to this unique population.

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