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A fundamental conflict: addressing implicit bias in mandatory reporter training

Child Welfare Monitor

“National studies by the US Department of Health and Human Services reported that minority children and in particular black children are more likely to be in foster care than receive in-home services even when they have the same problems and characteristics as White children.” Here are a few.

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What Does KVC Stand For?

KVC

These are the types of values that KVC “stands for” these days: Knowledge: We help children and families who have experienced trauma such as abuse, neglect, substance abuse and loss. Learn more about our leadership , direct services , consulting and training , and more! KVC is a great place to work!

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NASW Observes Posttraumatic Stress Disorder Month

Social Work Blog

This publication from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Administration provides valuable tools to help people during these challenging times. Dynamics of Abuse . This blog from the National Coalition Against Domestic Violence discusses the dynamics of abuse and helpful resources. Prepared by. Denise Johnson, LCSW-C.

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A jumble of standards: How state and federal authorities have underestimated child maltreatment fatalities

Child Welfare Monitor

States may use restrictive definitions, fail to consult all available sources, or decide not to investigate or substantiate some maltreatment related deaths. Another ten percent of the CFRT-identified maltreatment deaths were due to prematurity caused by the mother’s substance abuse or other factors.