Collateral Harm of Child Welfare Involvement

The fear of discrimination and being reported to Children Family Services when seeking support is an everyday reality for many youth and parents. The emotional and mental toll of an investigation, even without family separation, is often overlooked, and the strain on interpersonal relationships and and socio-economic conditions place many families at risk of further harm . Integrating a youth and parent lens, and by providing a socio-historical context, this session will increase professionals' understanding of the intergenerational impact of child welfare involvement on families from the lens of impacted parents and youth.