The most recent research on racial dis-proportionality within the child welfare system suggests that Black Indigenous and families of the global majority are under-served in regard to program referrals and the provision of ongoing support.

Please read the power point, articles, and video clips prior to writing your posts. The most recent research on racial dis-proportionality within the child welfare system suggests that Black Indigenous and families of the global majority are under-served in regard to program referrals and the provision of ongoing support. Please write a post addressing this statement and the idea of removing ethnic and racial variables when discussing child placements. Please be mindful of language that reinforces White superiority and/or internalized racial oppression.

Why should we bring a racial equity lens to our work with children and families?