Child Welfare by Veronica Malo https://padlet.com/veronicamalo/fmtday16fbv0mlh5 en-us 2021-04-07 18:50:59 UTC 2025-06-07 14:54:32 UTC hello@padlet.com veronicamalo https://padlet.com/veronicamalo/fmtday16fbv0mlh5/wish/1392957997 The child welfare systems contain many flaws in which change needs to be implemented to further help child and youth development. It is essential to listen to those who are in and aged out of the child welfare system for perspective on how to create a better system. Blueprint for Fundamental Change to Ontario’s Child Welfare System was created by 9 youth in and from care as well as 7 community representatives. There are outlined subtopics in which needs immediate attention to allow positive outcomes to develop. The blueprint outlines encouraging children and youth to attend high school and post-secondary in which will allow them to gain employment. Many factors play into youth dropping out of school and not pursing their education. Two of the main reason being teen pregnancy and criminal activity. The chart below that was constructed by Kovarikova (2017) shows the former youth in care who have dropped out and their reasoning behind doing so. Looking at the chart, males are more likely to get convicted rather than females ages 23-24. Look at that statistics, creating a more community-based programming starting at younger ages like 13-year-old will allow these youth to be engaged in community activity rather than criminal activity. Kovakrikova (2017) also looks at how criminal activity decreases with age thus supporting community activity in earlier stages of life.
To help better support children and youth into employment and during their education, it is crucial for them to have at least one adult in their life in which they can relate to in some aspect (cultural was stated in the blueprint). Growing up and managing life is difficult, having one adult to share their stories and advice can help with the independent living process. Having guidance can lead and motivate them to excel in their academic, find employment, and reduce criminal activity. As well as an optional extended time in care to age 25. This can allow youth to fulfil their academic career and find a stable job in which will help them through independent living.
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