Content warning: This post discusses child abuse, harm, and childhood experiences. What happens when the person hurting a child is someone everyone loves? We often teach children that family is a safe place. We tell them to respect adults, listen…
Starting life in a new country can be exciting, but it can also be overwhelming. Immigrant and newcomer families often face challenges related to language, employment, housing, education, healthcare, and unfamiliar social systems. Social workers play an important role in…
Immigration and child custody are two complex areas that can become even more complicated when they intersect. Families may encounter additional legal, emotional, financial, and cultural challenges when immigration status, international relocation, or cross-border parenting arrangements affect decisions involving children.…
For many parents and caregivers, involvement with child protection services can be stressful and confusing. Fear often arises from uncertainty. Understanding how the process works can help families engage more confidently and effectively. What Are Child Protection Services? Child protection…
Are you moving to a new country? Here are 10 things newcomer parents should know about child welfare Moving to a new country comes with many challenges. Parents must adjust to a new culture, language, laws, school systems, and community…
I have been asked this question a lot of times
When people talk about women’s rights, it can sound like a topic that belongs in history books, old protests, or far away places. But the truth is that women all around the world are still facing serious challenges every single…
Storytelling is a powerful tool
You do not need a special title or a powerful network to be an advocate. What you do need are a set of skills that help you communicate well, understand people, and stay grounded even when the work gets tough.…
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