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A child welfare case leads to a stunning dissent from Michigan’s Chief Justice

NCCPR Child Welfare Blog

More than just a dissent in an individual case, this opinion is a call to transform “child welfare” in Michigan – and everywhere else. Justice McCormack is retiring, and what may be her final opinion in a family policing case goes well beyond any one case. But in some cases, correcting such conditions is, literally, impossible.

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What are the 10 Roles of Social Workers

Social Work Haven

Community Organizer : Social workers may organise and mobilise communities to address social issues, promote social justice, and create positive change. Child Welfare Specialist : Social workers in this role focus on the safety and well-being of children, often within the context of child protective services or foster care systems.