Looking at the intersection of homelessness and child welfare, this blog will share a social worker's experience of working with individuals living on the street that have previously or are currently involved with the child welfare system. This blog aims to evoke reflection around how our approaches, knowledge and awareness can shape the way we engage with those who have encountered the system.

A thought-provoking exploration of separation and /or termination of the familial relationship on the child. Including the expectations of behaviour in relation to the trauma experienced through separation.

A thought-provoking exploration of separation and /or termination of the familial relationship on the child. Including the expectations of behaviour in relation to the trauma experienced through separation.

In intimate look at how racism within the Child Welfare system permeates each level of involvement for marginalized people, including those apprehended, the families separated, the foster carers, and the protection workers.

An intimate look at one social worker’s path through privilege, colonialism, and positionality to embracing reflexive learning to better understand themselves, their role in colonization, and serving their clients.

Reflecting on how separation from family, community, religion, and culture is experienced by the children placed in homes that may not honour individual observances.

When the investigator becomes the investigated the resulting awakening and reflexivity on harm caused while being harmed create a complex paradox for one Child Welfare worker.

A discussion of the brief CCWTC sent to the Ministry of Children, Community and Social Services for revisions to Child Welfare in response to a public consultation request. With a focus on prevention and the need for funding to facilitate prevention services.

A reflection on the path to reconciliation as a white person operating in the child welfare system with marginalized populations.

The author bravely and openly discusses their complicity in a system designed to inflict violence while it oppresses and suppresses marginalized communities. While detailing how violence continues to be perpetrated against those in child welfare, they offer solutions for protection workers to affect change.

An honest exploration of the heartache experienced by children, families, communities, and protection workers navigating systemic racism and the code of silence in child welfare organizations.