• Breaking the Cycle: Fighting Racism and Passing Reform in Minnesota's Child Welfare System

  • Oct 16 2024
  • Length: 44 mins
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Breaking the Cycle: Fighting Racism and Passing Reform in Minnesota's Child Welfare System

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  • In our first episode of season three, Sonia Johnson, ESQ and Classie Colinet, ESQ talk with Shereen A. White, Director of Advocacy & Policy at Children’s Rights, and Kelis Houston, Founder of Village Arms. They discuss the deep impact of institutional racism in the child welfare system, focusing on how it disproportionately affects Black families in Minnesota.

    Shereen and Kelis share their experiences advocating for families and pushing for change. They explore key issues like the Minnesota African American Family Preservation Act, efforts to reduce family separations, and how the system can be reformed to better serve children and families.

    This episode provides practical insights for anyone working in or alongside child welfare. Listen in to learn more about the challenges and opportunities for change in this important field.
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