Important to know

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

Volunteers Who Make a Difference

Volunteers Who Make a Difference

Volunteers are the heart of any community, dedicating their time, energy, and skills to make a difference in the lives of others. Whether it’s through mentoring, environmental conservation, disaster relief, or supporting local charities, volunteers create lasting impacts that ripple through society. Their selfless contributions help bridge gaps, uplift those in need, and inspire others to take action. By giving…

Family Court Involvement

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.

Examining the Child Removal System

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…

Blind Removals

Blind Removals

Some programs are implementing “blind removal” processes, where case details are reviewed without demographic information to mitigate bias. Certain initiatives are adopting “blind removal” strategies, where caseworkers evaluate details without access to demographic data, aiming to reduce racial bias in decision-making.  Certain initiatives are implementing “blind removal” strategies, an approach where caseworkers assess and evaluate case details without having access…

Need for Reform

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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