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The Benefits of Adopting a Child

All For Kids

Deciding to adopt a child is a significant choice that offers invaluable rewards. Each family’s experience is unique, but the journey is transformative. From the fulfillment of providing a loving home to the joy of parenthood, the benefits are boundless. Let’s dive into the process and explore the benefits of child adoption. Adoption Fulfills Lifelong Dreams of Parenthood For many individuals and couples, parenthood is the ultimate aspiration.

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Minority ethnic social care staff face disproportionately high levels of bullying and disciplinaries – study

Community Care

Note: There is a poll embedded within this post, please visit the site to participate in this post's poll. Black, Asian and minority ethnic social care staff face disproportionately high levels of workplace bullying, disciplinary action and fitness to practise referrals, while also being less likely than white counterparts to be shortlisted for jobs.

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Non-statutory placements make up over half of provision for students in Scotland, report reveals

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Non-statutory placements make up over half of practice learning provision for social work students in Scotland, leaving some graduates underprepared for practice, research has revealed. The lack of placements in local authorities is driven by underfunding and practice educator shortages, said a report commissioned by regulator the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC) and the Social Work Education Partnership (SWEP), an alliance of sector leaders that oversees the education system.