"The forcible separation of Black children from their parents was first used as a means of controlling Black families in the United States over 400 years ago as

Examines the reasons why the system of American child welfare is failing Black children.

An award-winning scholar exposes the foundational racism of the child welfare system and calls for radical change Many believe the child welfare system protects

This volume examines existing research documenting racial disproportionality and disparities in child welfare systems, the underlying factors that contribute to

""Child Welfare and Family Services, Sixth Edition" provides a comprehensive introduction to child and family welfare policies and practice in the United States