Important to know

These disparities persist throughout the child welfare system, from initial investigations to court proceedings and placement decisions.

Family Court Involvement

Black families are overrepresented in Family Court cases initiated by ACS (Administration for Children’s Services), particularly for formal charges of abuse or neglect.    Statistics on the Child Welfare System and Black Families Understanding and addressing these disparities is critical to creating a more equitable and supportive system for all families.

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Examining the Child Removal System

Black families are more likely to experience emergency removals, where children are removed from their homes without a court order.  Black families disproportionately face emergency removals, where children are taken from their homes without prior court approval. Black families are disproportionately affected by emergency child removals, a process in which children are taken from their homes without prior approval from…

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Need for Reform

  There is a growing call for reform within the child welfare system to address these inequities and ensure that all families are treated fairly and with respect.    The family child welfare system is under increasing scrutiny as advocates demand reforms to address pervasive inequities. Ensuring fairness and respect for all families is critical to building a more just…

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We Want To Hear Your Child Separation Experience

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