Statistics show that 33 percent of children in foster care in the United States are African American, but these children make up only 15 percent of the child population.
Numerous studies have shown that not only is there disproportionality in child welfare cases, but that racial disparities also occur at various decision points in the child welfare continuum.
This session reviews recent child welfare statistics in North Carolina, examines approaches attorneys can use to address racial disparities, and discusses strategies for being more responsive to the needs of minority children and families in abuse, neglect and dependency proceedings.
SPEAKERS
- Derrik Anderson, Race Matters for Juvenile Justice, Charlotte
- Christina Harrison, North Carolina Guardian ad Litem Program, Raleigh
- Reginald D. "Reggie" O'Rourke, North Carolina Guardian ad Litem Program, Raleigh (Moderator)
- Wendy Sotolongo, North Carolina Parent Representation Coordinator, Durham
PRODUCED
Session from Focusing the Lens: Assessing Equity Issues in Juvenile Justice and Child Welfare (2021 Juvenile Justice & Children's Rights Section Program), April 8, 2021
APPROVED CREDIT
North Carolina: 0.75 MCLE Hours
Qualifies for NC State Bar Criminal Law (Juvenile Delinquency Law) Specialization
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