Can we remove race from child welfare decisions?
In short: Social worker Jessica Pryce explores how systemic biases and neighborhood factors influence foster-care placements. She proposes a shift toward strengthening families rather than separating them.
The talk addresses the critical need for bias-free assessments in determining when children should be removed from their homes. Pryce argues that current systems are often influenced by racial dynamics and socioeconomic environments, advocating for a model that prioritizes family preservation.
By focusing on making families stronger as a primary goal, child welfare agencies can move toward more equitable outcomes. The core objective is to create a system that actively supports the family unit rather than defaulting to separation.
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