About the Children's Policy Council
The Children's Policy Council of Shelby County is a collaborative, court-connected body focused on improving outcomes for children, youth, and families through coordination, communication, and shared problem-solving.
Our mission
We exist to bring systems and people together—courts, schools, child welfare, law enforcement, mental health providers, and community organizations—so that Shelby County's children grow up safer, healthier, and more connected to caring adults.
- Identify local needs, gaps, and barriers impacting children and families
- Support programs that prevent court involvement where possible
- Improve coordination for youth and families already involved in Juvenile Court
- Promote training and information-sharing across disciplines
Who we are
The CPC is chaired by the Juvenile Court Judge and includes representatives from:
- Shelby County Juvenile Court and Juvenile Probation
- Shelby County Schools, Alabaster City Schools, and Pelham City Schools
- Department of Human Resources (DHR)
- Local law enforcement and School Resource Officers
- Community mental-health and counseling providers
- Nonprofit and faith-based organizations serving children and families
CPC, Inc. – nonprofit partner
The work of the Children's Policy Council is supported by a separate nonprofit entity, often referred to as CPC, Inc. This nonprofit partner helps receive and manage donations, grants, and sponsorships that fund programs like 58Threads, Imagination Library expansion, community trainings, and recognition events.
Together, the court-connected CPC and the nonprofit CPC, Inc. allow Shelby County to combine the strengths of public systems and community generosity for the benefit of kids.