Lecture 4, Padlet 1-Forward Movement: Shifting from Control of to Support for Black and Brown Familes by Center for Research to Transform Systems for Family, Community & Social Justice https://padlet.com/ksstrong/jx86rg8pyeohkhd3 The panelists discussed their perspectives on practices, expectations, and other ways that the child welfare system is unhelpful or harmful for families of color. What are your takeaway(s) so far? en-us 2022-02-16 22:36:16 UTC 2022-02-23 19:48:14 UTC hello@padlet.com Internal examination of policies, practices, and procedures should be mandatory regarding equity work for all organizations. https://padlet.com/ksstrong/jx86rg8pyeohkhd3/wish/2062973546 2022-02-23 16:49:17 UTC https://padlet.com/ksstrong/jx86rg8pyeohkhd3/wish/2062973546 Yes! This has been wonderful! https://padlet.com/ksstrong/jx86rg8pyeohkhd3/wish/2063247637 2022-02-23 19:22:16 UTC https://padlet.com/ksstrong/jx86rg8pyeohkhd3/wish/2063247637 https://padlet.com/ksstrong/jx86rg8pyeohkhd3/wish/2063247825 yes

]]> 2022-02-23 19:22:23 UTC https://padlet.com/ksstrong/jx86rg8pyeohkhd3/wish/2063247825 https://padlet.com/ksstrong/jx86rg8pyeohkhd3/wish/2063247981 We have to move from mandated reporting to mandated supporting. The way one family is set up may look different than your own. Acknowledge this and be curious to know the family's story.]]> 2022-02-23 19:22:29 UTC https://padlet.com/ksstrong/jx86rg8pyeohkhd3/wish/2063247981 https://padlet.com/ksstrong/jx86rg8pyeohkhd3/wish/2063248259 We need to truly examine and question every single thing about the system so far. It's not enough to just "examine things" once. It's an ongoing journey and a constant effort.]]> 2022-02-23 19:22:38 UTC https://padlet.com/ksstrong/jx86rg8pyeohkhd3/wish/2063248259 Representation!!!!! https://padlet.com/ksstrong/jx86rg8pyeohkhd3/wish/2063248285 2022-02-23 19:22:39 UTC https://padlet.com/ksstrong/jx86rg8pyeohkhd3/wish/2063248285 Cultural Congruent Care https://padlet.com/ksstrong/jx86rg8pyeohkhd3/wish/2063248349 2022-02-23 19:22:42 UTC https://padlet.com/ksstrong/jx86rg8pyeohkhd3/wish/2063248349 We need to declare these systemic disparities a public health emergency! https://padlet.com/ksstrong/jx86rg8pyeohkhd3/wish/2063248384 2022-02-23 19:22:43 UTC https://padlet.com/ksstrong/jx86rg8pyeohkhd3/wish/2063248384 https://padlet.com/ksstrong/jx86rg8pyeohkhd3/wish/2063248434 yes

]]> 2022-02-23 19:22:45 UTC https://padlet.com/ksstrong/jx86rg8pyeohkhd3/wish/2063248434 Presence & Time https://padlet.com/ksstrong/jx86rg8pyeohkhd3/wish/2063248551 Take time to be present and learn from clients. Be curious about their culture. Ask them what they need help with.]]> 2022-02-23 19:22:50 UTC https://padlet.com/ksstrong/jx86rg8pyeohkhd3/wish/2063248551 The system needs to change beginning in the classroom. https://padlet.com/ksstrong/jx86rg8pyeohkhd3/wish/2063248616 2022-02-23 19:22:52 UTC https://padlet.com/ksstrong/jx86rg8pyeohkhd3/wish/2063248616 Yes https://padlet.com/ksstrong/jx86rg8pyeohkhd3/wish/2063248648 2022-02-23 19:22:53 UTC https://padlet.com/ksstrong/jx86rg8pyeohkhd3/wish/2063248648 Time to re-examine MEPA and talk to those who have been directly impacted by this law that was built to "protect" others. #WeAreSuing https://padlet.com/ksstrong/jx86rg8pyeohkhd3/wish/2063248670 2022-02-23 19:22:54 UTC https://padlet.com/ksstrong/jx86rg8pyeohkhd3/wish/2063248670 Omg…so many!! When MJ and Mrs. Nina start talking. I totally agree with their statements. https://padlet.com/ksstrong/jx86rg8pyeohkhd3/wish/2063248743 2022-02-23 19:22:55 UTC https://padlet.com/ksstrong/jx86rg8pyeohkhd3/wish/2063248743 https://padlet.com/ksstrong/jx86rg8pyeohkhd3/wish/2063248788 We (as professional social workers) need to consider how to help families instead of jumping to reporting.]]> 2022-02-23 19:22:56 UTC https://padlet.com/ksstrong/jx86rg8pyeohkhd3/wish/2063248788 That mandated reporting needs to make a shift to mandated SUPPORTING when it can be. https://padlet.com/ksstrong/jx86rg8pyeohkhd3/wish/2063248906 2022-02-23 19:23:00 UTC https://padlet.com/ksstrong/jx86rg8pyeohkhd3/wish/2063248906 Children cannot be considered alone. They MUST be considered as part of their family unit. https://padlet.com/ksstrong/jx86rg8pyeohkhd3/wish/2063249044 2022-02-23 19:23:05 UTC https://padlet.com/ksstrong/jx86rg8pyeohkhd3/wish/2063249044 I am in awe of the presenters and their knowledge, power and strength. https://padlet.com/ksstrong/jx86rg8pyeohkhd3/wish/2063249049 2022-02-23 19:23:06 UTC https://padlet.com/ksstrong/jx86rg8pyeohkhd3/wish/2063249049 I continue to be amazed by the information that has been delivered during these conferences. I have had to reflect on my own behaviors that can be changed https://padlet.com/ksstrong/jx86rg8pyeohkhd3/wish/2063249107 2022-02-23 19:23:07 UTC https://padlet.com/ksstrong/jx86rg8pyeohkhd3/wish/2063249107 the child welfare system isn't broken - it never worked. https://padlet.com/ksstrong/jx86rg8pyeohkhd3/wish/2063249149 2022-02-23 19:23:09 UTC https://padlet.com/ksstrong/jx86rg8pyeohkhd3/wish/2063249149 https://padlet.com/ksstrong/jx86rg8pyeohkhd3/wish/2063249245 I think there should be an external examination also to be truly objective

]]> 2022-02-23 19:23:14 UTC https://padlet.com/ksstrong/jx86rg8pyeohkhd3/wish/2063249245 We need to be a part of the community before we can take any other steps. https://padlet.com/ksstrong/jx86rg8pyeohkhd3/wish/2063249386 2022-02-23 19:23:18 UTC https://padlet.com/ksstrong/jx86rg8pyeohkhd3/wish/2063249386 Being present and learning. We need more representation. https://padlet.com/ksstrong/jx86rg8pyeohkhd3/wish/2063249494 2022-02-23 19:23:21 UTC https://padlet.com/ksstrong/jx86rg8pyeohkhd3/wish/2063249494 The support that needs to be provided to the families, rather than removal of the child(ren) https://padlet.com/ksstrong/jx86rg8pyeohkhd3/wish/2063249693 2022-02-23 19:23:29 UTC https://padlet.com/ksstrong/jx86rg8pyeohkhd3/wish/2063249693 Takeaways https://padlet.com/ksstrong/jx86rg8pyeohkhd3/wish/2063249883 it is important to understand that what we think is best for families may not work for them - they should be included in the planning - what supports do they have?  what supports do they want help finding?
- just because a resource has worked for other families does not mean it is a good fit for all families.]]> 2022-02-23 19:23:36 UTC https://padlet.com/ksstrong/jx86rg8pyeohkhd3/wish/2063249883 yes https://padlet.com/ksstrong/jx86rg8pyeohkhd3/wish/2063250291 2022-02-23 19:23:52 UTC https://padlet.com/ksstrong/jx86rg8pyeohkhd3/wish/2063250291 One of the things that really stuck out was the comment made about the system providing childcare for parents who cannot afford or don't have access to it instead of taking the kids away and paying a foster family. I have had this similar thought on homeless kids in the system. Why pay for fostercare when we could just provide housing assistance. https://padlet.com/ksstrong/jx86rg8pyeohkhd3/wish/2063250344 2022-02-23 19:23:53 UTC https://padlet.com/ksstrong/jx86rg8pyeohkhd3/wish/2063250344 https://padlet.com/ksstrong/jx86rg8pyeohkhd3/wish/2063250347 We need more representation of black and brown individuals in these decision making positions. To do that, we need the support to get us there, because our society isn’t ready for us to be there.]]> 2022-02-23 19:23:53 UTC https://padlet.com/ksstrong/jx86rg8pyeohkhd3/wish/2063250347 Take away: Why are we doubling down on the current system that we know doesn't work. Also: moving to "mandated supporting". Also also: we know $$$ helps- why don't we go with that first? https://padlet.com/ksstrong/jx86rg8pyeohkhd3/wish/2063250469 2022-02-23 19:23:58 UTC https://padlet.com/ksstrong/jx86rg8pyeohkhd3/wish/2063250469 I am grateful to view the social welfare system from the outside in, from the perspective of those who have experienced it firsthand, where there was more harm than help. https://padlet.com/ksstrong/jx86rg8pyeohkhd3/wish/2063250512 2022-02-23 19:24:00 UTC https://padlet.com/ksstrong/jx86rg8pyeohkhd3/wish/2063250512 With my experience, I have seen many of the same things. It's important to emphasize that families are the experts on their family and culture. We also have to remember to not put our values on the families that we work with. And more support for families prior to the step of removal. https://padlet.com/ksstrong/jx86rg8pyeohkhd3/wish/2063250732 2022-02-23 19:24:06 UTC https://padlet.com/ksstrong/jx86rg8pyeohkhd3/wish/2063250732 Reflective practice....ask lots of questions to listen and learn. Address why we land on our thoughts and beliefs...and then ask more questions. Trust that people know themselves and their needs and we are there to SUPPORT, not push and judge. https://padlet.com/ksstrong/jx86rg8pyeohkhd3/wish/2063251283 2022-02-23 19:24:25 UTC https://padlet.com/ksstrong/jx86rg8pyeohkhd3/wish/2063251283 I definitely learn a lot about different perspectives when I join these meetings. https://padlet.com/ksstrong/jx86rg8pyeohkhd3/wish/2063251437 2022-02-23 19:24:31 UTC https://padlet.com/ksstrong/jx86rg8pyeohkhd3/wish/2063251437 We need to share this information, knowledge and wisdom with all the communities and people in our state! https://padlet.com/ksstrong/jx86rg8pyeohkhd3/wish/2063251455 2022-02-23 19:24:32 UTC https://padlet.com/ksstrong/jx86rg8pyeohkhd3/wish/2063251455 Ask those who have been working in social welfare for multiple decades - "what have you done to dismantle racism in the work being done?" https://padlet.com/ksstrong/jx86rg8pyeohkhd3/wish/2063251653 Period.]]> 2022-02-23 19:24:39 UTC https://padlet.com/ksstrong/jx86rg8pyeohkhd3/wish/2063251653 We have ask questions of the families we work with to understand the families we work with. https://padlet.com/ksstrong/jx86rg8pyeohkhd3/wish/2063251810 2022-02-23 19:24:44 UTC https://padlet.com/ksstrong/jx86rg8pyeohkhd3/wish/2063251810 We are writing a pilot to form a Truth and Reconciliation Commission In Kansas! This could be an avenue to gather all our collective efforts into one front! https://padlet.com/ksstrong/jx86rg8pyeohkhd3/wish/2063251821 2022-02-23 19:24:45 UTC https://padlet.com/ksstrong/jx86rg8pyeohkhd3/wish/2063251821 We need to definitely try to stop just being reactive and put in services that can help prevent abuse and neglect from actually occurring. https://padlet.com/ksstrong/jx86rg8pyeohkhd3/wish/2063252104 2022-02-23 19:24:53 UTC https://padlet.com/ksstrong/jx86rg8pyeohkhd3/wish/2063252104 Every family has their own culture. https://padlet.com/ksstrong/jx86rg8pyeohkhd3/wish/2063252450 2022-02-23 19:25:05 UTC https://padlet.com/ksstrong/jx86rg8pyeohkhd3/wish/2063252450 Home visits https://padlet.com/ksstrong/jx86rg8pyeohkhd3/wish/2063252520 We need to consider how we look at home visits.  Poverty vs. abuse

]]> 2022-02-23 19:25:08 UTC https://padlet.com/ksstrong/jx86rg8pyeohkhd3/wish/2063252520 Factory Social Workers!!! WOW! This is not the only career that sends out "factory workers". I am a part of the systems creating factory workers, and how do I change the system to push the race conversation. https://padlet.com/ksstrong/jx86rg8pyeohkhd3/wish/2063253238 2022-02-23 19:25:33 UTC https://padlet.com/ksstrong/jx86rg8pyeohkhd3/wish/2063253238 A collective voice having that conversation would speak louder than a single voice. tdwallace1 https://padlet.com/ksstrong/jx86rg8pyeohkhd3/wish/2063253248 2022-02-23 19:25:34 UTC https://padlet.com/ksstrong/jx86rg8pyeohkhd3/wish/2063253248 All organizations should evaluate their practices and policies to ensure they are using inclusive language. Change does not come when an agency silos their practice based on only white perspectives. https://padlet.com/ksstrong/jx86rg8pyeohkhd3/wish/2063253354 2022-02-23 19:25:37 UTC https://padlet.com/ksstrong/jx86rg8pyeohkhd3/wish/2063253354 I am appalled by the amount of money that taxpayers pay for the infrastructure of the social welfare system,when they can provide housing or other forms of help for families to stay together. https://padlet.com/ksstrong/jx86rg8pyeohkhd3/wish/2063253877 2022-02-23 19:25:56 UTC https://padlet.com/ksstrong/jx86rg8pyeohkhd3/wish/2063253877 Mandated Reporting https://padlet.com/ksstrong/jx86rg8pyeohkhd3/wish/2063254056 Often times we tell mandated reporters that if they are unsure if they need to report something, then just report it. I hate this - it hurts families and then frontline workers have to waste their time on silly reports. ]]> 2022-02-23 19:26:02 UTC https://padlet.com/ksstrong/jx86rg8pyeohkhd3/wish/2063254056 I love how these series do not just talk about the surface level issues but really go deeper and speak the truths. Growth and change will only happen when truth is spoken and people step out of what is "normal" or "comfortable" https://padlet.com/ksstrong/jx86rg8pyeohkhd3/wish/2063254313 2022-02-23 19:26:10 UTC https://padlet.com/ksstrong/jx86rg8pyeohkhd3/wish/2063254313 https://padlet.com/ksstrong/jx86rg8pyeohkhd3/wish/2063255111 We need to focus more on In-Home Supports rather than Out-of-Home because families will be together no matter what. I work with teens in Foster Care. They ALWAYS find their way back to biological family!]]> 2022-02-23 19:26:39 UTC https://padlet.com/ksstrong/jx86rg8pyeohkhd3/wish/2063255111 Factory social worker....guilty! Fresh out of school, I was ready to save the children. Oh my...oh my... https://padlet.com/ksstrong/jx86rg8pyeohkhd3/wish/2063255319 2022-02-23 19:26:43 UTC https://padlet.com/ksstrong/jx86rg8pyeohkhd3/wish/2063255319 I believe this is a start of the transformation of the system. Conversations and honesty to navigate change. https://padlet.com/ksstrong/jx86rg8pyeohkhd3/wish/2063255500 2022-02-23 19:26:50 UTC https://padlet.com/ksstrong/jx86rg8pyeohkhd3/wish/2063255500 Allyship does not mean you are part of a group, and allyship requires sacrifice, powersharing, tangible action, and mainly following those impacted most who need to lead. A lot of this is stepping back to let families lead their families. https://padlet.com/ksstrong/jx86rg8pyeohkhd3/wish/2063255896 2022-02-23 19:27:03 UTC https://padlet.com/ksstrong/jx86rg8pyeohkhd3/wish/2063255896 Take Away: https://padlet.com/ksstrong/jx86rg8pyeohkhd3/wish/2063256213 Helping relationships need to be increasingly transformative not staying stuck in the transactional. This starts with including families in solution planning.]]> 2022-02-23 19:27:16 UTC https://padlet.com/ksstrong/jx86rg8pyeohkhd3/wish/2063256213 Give support to families. https://padlet.com/ksstrong/jx86rg8pyeohkhd3/wish/2063256872 Stop paying foster parents for the services that the family needed to begin with.]]> 2022-02-23 19:27:42 UTC https://padlet.com/ksstrong/jx86rg8pyeohkhd3/wish/2063256872 Psychological Safety is real for people of color and it is a result of the trauma experienced every day in life and the workplace. mickimartin21 https://padlet.com/ksstrong/jx86rg8pyeohkhd3/wish/2063257535 2022-02-23 19:28:10 UTC https://padlet.com/ksstrong/jx86rg8pyeohkhd3/wish/2063257535 Instead of practicing crisis management, connect with families before the damage is done to the children and the family. So many of our systems are not preventive, supportive and empowerment driven. https://padlet.com/ksstrong/jx86rg8pyeohkhd3/wish/2063257995 2022-02-23 19:28:29 UTC https://padlet.com/ksstrong/jx86rg8pyeohkhd3/wish/2063257995 Only 18% of reports include actual abuse of a child. https://padlet.com/ksstrong/jx86rg8pyeohkhd3/wish/2063258706 Be a mandated supporter - not a reporter. These children are everyone's responsibility so stop passing the buck.]]> 2022-02-23 19:28:54 UTC https://padlet.com/ksstrong/jx86rg8pyeohkhd3/wish/2063258706 No matter how much research I do, trainings I attend, or understanding I am able to come to about racial equity/anti-racism, my perspective will always be white because I am. The systems we work within and the missions that we attempt to uphold are all built around the perspective that already embodies my culture. My takeaway was being reminded to ask "why". Why am I doing this, why is this "the best practice", and what are the beliefs that are pillars of white supremacy that I share? How can I minimize the harm I could cause my non-white families? https://padlet.com/ksstrong/jx86rg8pyeohkhd3/wish/2063261185 2022-02-23 19:30:20 UTC https://padlet.com/ksstrong/jx86rg8pyeohkhd3/wish/2063261185 Lived Experience Matters https://padlet.com/ksstrong/jx86rg8pyeohkhd3/wish/2063262904 I have heard social workers say time and time again that you do not have to have lived experience to effectively work with clients. I do not agree with this, because I believe that  lived experience = relatability to certain populations of people and the issues they have been forced to face. 

]]> 2022-02-23 19:31:24 UTC https://padlet.com/ksstrong/jx86rg8pyeohkhd3/wish/2063262904 Knowing the language of the family your approaching. Recognize and respect the cultural dynamics when entering THEIR Home (space) they have to conform to our office protocol/practice - wait in line- sign up or call worker, etc. Use the families strengths to help overcome their challenge. Show them your an asset for them - not an enemy. https://padlet.com/ksstrong/jx86rg8pyeohkhd3/wish/2063292959 2022-02-23 19:48:14 UTC https://padlet.com/ksstrong/jx86rg8pyeohkhd3/wish/2063292959