Turn the Page - Barriers and facilitators to change for young people on a har...BASPCAN
This document summarizes an evaluation of a harmful sexual behavior programme for young people run by the NSPCC. The programme uses a manual with 30 structured sessions across 4 modules to increase prosocial behaviors and decrease harmful sexual behaviors. The evaluation aims to determine if the programme brings about changes in behavior, which young people benefit most, and how delivery can be improved. Interviews with participants, families, referrers and practitioners explored motivation, engagement, progress made, and support needed. The evaluation will report on quantitative behavior changes and the NSPCC will use findings to strengthen family work, referrer partnerships, and post-programme support.
The value of e-learning opportunities to prepare social work students for chi...BASPCAN
This document discusses the challenges of providing realistic learning opportunities for social work students to develop skills in child safeguarding. It proposes that virtual learning tools can be used to replicate social work practice in a safe environment. Specifically, it describes a photo-realistic immersive learning experience called Learnscape that uses actors to allow students to engage with scenarios. This approach integrates theory and practice, allows students to make real-time decisions and judgments, and learn from mistakes in a safe way. Student evaluations found that Learnscape felt realistic and gently prepared them for working meaningfully with families.
This document discusses options for creatively accelerating gifted students. It recommends recognizing areas of giftedness, interest, and passion in children through testing and assessing their maturity, self-management, and motivation. Parents should nurture their children's skills and interests by encouraging and supporting their pursuits. Catalyzing refers to stimulating and providing an environment for growing without being consumed by resources. The document provides supplemental instructional resources and lists summer and non-residential acceleration options as well as residential and full-time early college programs for gifted students.
How well are Health Visitors prepared for their role in Child Protection?BASPCAN
This document summarizes a study on how well health visitors feel prepared for their role in child protection. The study found that health visitors felt academically and practically unprepared, with newly qualified health visitors feeling particularly underprepared. Health visitors reported feelings of inadequacy, fear, and overwhelm in their child protection roles. The study recommends improvements to education, supervision, support, and role clarity to better prepare health visitors.
The place of practitioner research in supporting a culture of learrning in Ch...BASPCAN
Practitioner research in social work can build a culture of learning by directly addressing practice concerns and improving critical thinking. Managers should support voluntary, relationship-based practitioner research that produces relevant knowledge and reduces the gap between research and practice. The process involves submitting proposals, receiving guidance over 11 months from university mentors, and disseminating findings to build further collaborations.
Intergenerational pathways between child maltreatment, health and socioeconom...BASPCAN
PhD Candidate James Doidge, University of South Australia
Supervisors: Prof Leonie Segal, University of South Australia, A/Prof Paul Delfabbro, University of South Australia
Turn the Page - Barriers and facilitators to change for young people on a har...BASPCAN
This document summarizes an evaluation of a harmful sexual behavior programme for young people run by the NSPCC. The programme uses a manual with 30 structured sessions across 4 modules to increase prosocial behaviors and decrease harmful sexual behaviors. The evaluation aims to determine if the programme brings about changes in behavior, which young people benefit most, and how delivery can be improved. Interviews with participants, families, referrers and practitioners explored motivation, engagement, progress made, and support needed. The evaluation will report on quantitative behavior changes and the NSPCC will use findings to strengthen family work, referrer partnerships, and post-programme support.
The value of e-learning opportunities to prepare social work students for chi...BASPCAN
This document discusses the challenges of providing realistic learning opportunities for social work students to develop skills in child safeguarding. It proposes that virtual learning tools can be used to replicate social work practice in a safe environment. Specifically, it describes a photo-realistic immersive learning experience called Learnscape that uses actors to allow students to engage with scenarios. This approach integrates theory and practice, allows students to make real-time decisions and judgments, and learn from mistakes in a safe way. Student evaluations found that Learnscape felt realistic and gently prepared them for working meaningfully with families.
This document discusses options for creatively accelerating gifted students. It recommends recognizing areas of giftedness, interest, and passion in children through testing and assessing their maturity, self-management, and motivation. Parents should nurture their children's skills and interests by encouraging and supporting their pursuits. Catalyzing refers to stimulating and providing an environment for growing without being consumed by resources. The document provides supplemental instructional resources and lists summer and non-residential acceleration options as well as residential and full-time early college programs for gifted students.
How well are Health Visitors prepared for their role in Child Protection?BASPCAN
This document summarizes a study on how well health visitors feel prepared for their role in child protection. The study found that health visitors felt academically and practically unprepared, with newly qualified health visitors feeling particularly underprepared. Health visitors reported feelings of inadequacy, fear, and overwhelm in their child protection roles. The study recommends improvements to education, supervision, support, and role clarity to better prepare health visitors.
The place of practitioner research in supporting a culture of learrning in Ch...BASPCAN
Practitioner research in social work can build a culture of learning by directly addressing practice concerns and improving critical thinking. Managers should support voluntary, relationship-based practitioner research that produces relevant knowledge and reduces the gap between research and practice. The process involves submitting proposals, receiving guidance over 11 months from university mentors, and disseminating findings to build further collaborations.
Intergenerational pathways between child maltreatment, health and socioeconom...BASPCAN
PhD Candidate James Doidge, University of South Australia
Supervisors: Prof Leonie Segal, University of South Australia, A/Prof Paul Delfabbro, University of South Australia
Brazendale 2014 - Wasting Our Time_Allocated versus accumulated PA in ASPsKeith Brazendale
This study examined the relationship between the amount of time allocated for physical activity in afterschool programs and the amount of moderate to vigorous physical activity (MVPA) accumulated by children. The researchers analyzed data from 20 afterschool programs that allocated between 15-150 minutes per day for physical activity opportunities. They found that children accumulated the most MVPA (around 25 minutes for boys and 17-19 minutes for girls) in programs that allocated 60 minutes or more per day for physical activity. There were no further increases in MVPA for programs allocating 75 minutes or more. Across all programs, only 26% of children met the recommended 30 minutes of daily MVPA. The researchers concluded that allocating at least 60 minutes of physical activity opportunities daily
Is there a 'best' approach to evaluating work with sexually exploited children?BASPCAN
This document discusses the challenges of evaluating interventions for sexually exploited children given the complex nature of the issue. It notes there is little existing evidence on effective preventative or protective services for child sexual exploitation. The lives of victims are chaotic and each case differs. The document proposes a compromise evaluation approach for a UK organization working with sexually exploited youth across multiple service centers. Outcome measures would be integrated into practice to evaluate well-being, trauma symptoms, and risk over time. Quantitative data collection faces challenges around consent, timely measure completion, and follow up. Qualitative research would further understand pathways into abuse and the types of help that make a difference. The evaluation seeks to better understand practice through data and inform practice through evaluation findings to develop a
Developing Collaborative Policy and Practice to Tackle Child Neglect - Sharin...BASPCAN
This document summarizes research on early help for child neglect provided by universal services in England. It reports that professionals believe they have a role in identifying neglect and responding, though there is variation. Common responses include signposting and referral, while talking to children and monitoring are less common. Barriers include workload, multiagency working, and lack of training. Recommendations include clarifying role expectations, improving relational service provision, supporting professionals, and increasing resources for early help.
Peritraumatic Dissociation in Labour: Is it a sentinel signal of mothers at r...BASPCAN
Peritraumatic dissociation during labour may be a sentinel signal for impaired parenting among mothers with histories of trauma and PTSD. A study assessed women's experiences of dissociation during labour using the Peritraumatic Dissociation Experiences Questionnaire and found that higher dissociation scores predicted poorer postpartum bonding. The study suggests labour may act as a stress test revealing parenting difficulties for trauma-affected mothers. Identifying and addressing peritraumatic dissociation during labour could help prevent impaired parenting among at-risk mothers.
Unsupervised contact in an age of new technology: Possibe SolutionsBASPCAN
This document discusses unregulated contact between looked after children and their birth families through social media. It notes that unregulated contact can undermine placement stability and harm children's emotional well-being if it is not properly supervised or supported. The document explores why looked after children may engage in unregulated contact and considers implications for social work practice, such as ensuring social workers and foster carers understand the issues around social media contact. Suggested solutions include promoting emotional security and dignity for looked after children.
Assessing Evidence for Compulsory Intervention Children's Reporter Decision-M...BASPCAN
This document discusses a research study conducted by the Scottish Children's Reporter Administration (SCRA) on decision-making by Children's Reporters in Scotland. The study aimed to examine the quality and effectiveness of reporter decisions, the information used, and factors influencing their assessments. Key findings included that reporters generally make proportionate and evidence-based decisions, but the quality of information provided affects this. Reporters seek to be child-centered but are constrained by their objective role. The document also provides two case studies illustrating typical reporter investigations and outcomes.
One Tool Every Marketer Should Be UsingFrankly Inc
Whatever industry you’re in, engagement is important, and the tools you’re used to are becoming outdated. Be the first in your market, or the second or third, but don’t wait to add this necessary feature in your marketing toolkit, or you’ll be busy playing catch up to your competitors!
This document discusses the need for a new model for pre-birth risk assessments. It notes that the current approach results in a partial picture, lack of rigor, and missed prevention opportunities. It then outlines the research team developing the new model and the development process, which included a literature review and input from professionals. Key findings indicated that assessments often occur too late and lack guidance. The proposed new model is based on principles like engagement, past influences, and decision-making. It involves six stages from initial assessment to goal setting, intervention, and analysis. The model will undergo a feasibility study pilot test in four local authorities to assess its acceptability and practical application before being revised and piloted in depth.
This document contains evidence submitted by Amelia Morris for her LO4 and LO5 units. It includes:
- Details of the presentation environment and script used for her magazine pitch.
- Witness statement and feedback from her mock publisher on her pitch presentation.
- Results and analysis of a survey sent to peers for additional feedback.
- An interview with the publisher discussing her pitch and magazine concept.
- Her production plan and consideration of related calendar events and legal/ethical issues based on the feedback received.
Implementing policies on violence against children across Europe - symposium ...BASPCAN
This document summarizes the findings of a survey of experts across Europe on policies and practices related to reporting and following up on cases of violence against children. The survey found that while most countries have systems and procedures in place, there is significant room for improvement. Mandatory reporting exists in most countries but consequences for not reporting are inconsistent. Referral services are available in most places but are not evaluated regularly or standardized. Training for professionals is also inconsistent and limited in many countries. The document recommends increased funding for research, professionalization of services, training for professionals, and monitoring of existing laws and policies.
Family Group Conferences: An alternative Model for Child Protection in the UKBASPCAN
Kate Parkinson presents on Family Group Conferences (FGCs) as an alternative model for child protection. FGCs originated in New Zealand in the 1980s and have since spread internationally. Research shows that FGCs lead to higher family engagement, fewer children being placed in state care, and more lasting family plans for child protection. However, some social workers resist FGCs due to fears about uncooperative families or added costs. Overall, FGCs address common failings in child protection systems by more meaningfully involving families in decisions, improving information sharing between professionals, and centering the child's needs.
Using Data to Support Informed Policy and Decision Making to Promote Health a...DataNB
Dr. Gregory Paterson is the Qualitative Research Analyst Lead with the New Brunswick Institute for Research, Data and Training (NB-IRDT) at the University of New Brunswick (UNB). Greg facilitated a collective discussion about NB-IRDT’s use of data repositories and how the Institute is engaging in a five-year longitudinal study to support evidence-informed policy for early childhood education. In addition, Greg shared examples of how NB-IRDT’s work is delivering linkable data to provide data informed policy for many departments with the Government of New Brunswick and other non-government agencies.
Africa Child Policy Forum (ACPF) Research Findings – Study on Gender and Chil...rmcpu
The document summarizes a study on gender and child rights in five Eastern African countries. It finds that while laws have been established to protect children's rights, discriminatory customary laws and lack of enforcement have impeded full implementation. Key issues facing girls include child marriage, economic exploitation, and lack of inheritance rights. The document recommends that governments ratify international standards, ensure gender sensitivity in laws and policies, and address biases to build resilience for girls.
On December 4, 2014 CERIS hosted a panel discussion to explore the unique settlement experiences of newcomer children and the services, programs, and practices that best address their needs.
Heather Krause of Peel Children and Youth Initiative presented her statistical research on newcomer parents' usage of early childhood services.
Family group conferences – Kate Parkinson (ppt, 210 kb)Care Connect
Kate Parkinson, Unoversity of Salfords presentation looking at Family Group Conferences presented at the Supporting Families in Difficult Times Conference held on 18-19th September 2014
The document discusses the history and development of the intervener profession for children who are deafblind. It describes how early efforts focused on establishing common terminology, defining the intervener role, and developing national competencies and training standards. Over time, these efforts led to the formation of the National Intervener Task Force and establishment of the intervener specialty within the Council for Exceptional Children. The goal is to professionalize the field and establish interveners as related service providers to improve support and outcomes for children who are deafblind.
Brazendale 2014 - Wasting Our Time_Allocated versus accumulated PA in ASPsKeith Brazendale
This study examined the relationship between the amount of time allocated for physical activity in afterschool programs and the amount of moderate to vigorous physical activity (MVPA) accumulated by children. The researchers analyzed data from 20 afterschool programs that allocated between 15-150 minutes per day for physical activity opportunities. They found that children accumulated the most MVPA (around 25 minutes for boys and 17-19 minutes for girls) in programs that allocated 60 minutes or more per day for physical activity. There were no further increases in MVPA for programs allocating 75 minutes or more. Across all programs, only 26% of children met the recommended 30 minutes of daily MVPA. The researchers concluded that allocating at least 60 minutes of physical activity opportunities daily
Is there a 'best' approach to evaluating work with sexually exploited children?BASPCAN
This document discusses the challenges of evaluating interventions for sexually exploited children given the complex nature of the issue. It notes there is little existing evidence on effective preventative or protective services for child sexual exploitation. The lives of victims are chaotic and each case differs. The document proposes a compromise evaluation approach for a UK organization working with sexually exploited youth across multiple service centers. Outcome measures would be integrated into practice to evaluate well-being, trauma symptoms, and risk over time. Quantitative data collection faces challenges around consent, timely measure completion, and follow up. Qualitative research would further understand pathways into abuse and the types of help that make a difference. The evaluation seeks to better understand practice through data and inform practice through evaluation findings to develop a
Developing Collaborative Policy and Practice to Tackle Child Neglect - Sharin...BASPCAN
This document summarizes research on early help for child neglect provided by universal services in England. It reports that professionals believe they have a role in identifying neglect and responding, though there is variation. Common responses include signposting and referral, while talking to children and monitoring are less common. Barriers include workload, multiagency working, and lack of training. Recommendations include clarifying role expectations, improving relational service provision, supporting professionals, and increasing resources for early help.
Peritraumatic Dissociation in Labour: Is it a sentinel signal of mothers at r...BASPCAN
Peritraumatic dissociation during labour may be a sentinel signal for impaired parenting among mothers with histories of trauma and PTSD. A study assessed women's experiences of dissociation during labour using the Peritraumatic Dissociation Experiences Questionnaire and found that higher dissociation scores predicted poorer postpartum bonding. The study suggests labour may act as a stress test revealing parenting difficulties for trauma-affected mothers. Identifying and addressing peritraumatic dissociation during labour could help prevent impaired parenting among at-risk mothers.
Unsupervised contact in an age of new technology: Possibe SolutionsBASPCAN
This document discusses unregulated contact between looked after children and their birth families through social media. It notes that unregulated contact can undermine placement stability and harm children's emotional well-being if it is not properly supervised or supported. The document explores why looked after children may engage in unregulated contact and considers implications for social work practice, such as ensuring social workers and foster carers understand the issues around social media contact. Suggested solutions include promoting emotional security and dignity for looked after children.
Assessing Evidence for Compulsory Intervention Children's Reporter Decision-M...BASPCAN
This document discusses a research study conducted by the Scottish Children's Reporter Administration (SCRA) on decision-making by Children's Reporters in Scotland. The study aimed to examine the quality and effectiveness of reporter decisions, the information used, and factors influencing their assessments. Key findings included that reporters generally make proportionate and evidence-based decisions, but the quality of information provided affects this. Reporters seek to be child-centered but are constrained by their objective role. The document also provides two case studies illustrating typical reporter investigations and outcomes.
One Tool Every Marketer Should Be UsingFrankly Inc
Whatever industry you’re in, engagement is important, and the tools you’re used to are becoming outdated. Be the first in your market, or the second or third, but don’t wait to add this necessary feature in your marketing toolkit, or you’ll be busy playing catch up to your competitors!
This document discusses the need for a new model for pre-birth risk assessments. It notes that the current approach results in a partial picture, lack of rigor, and missed prevention opportunities. It then outlines the research team developing the new model and the development process, which included a literature review and input from professionals. Key findings indicated that assessments often occur too late and lack guidance. The proposed new model is based on principles like engagement, past influences, and decision-making. It involves six stages from initial assessment to goal setting, intervention, and analysis. The model will undergo a feasibility study pilot test in four local authorities to assess its acceptability and practical application before being revised and piloted in depth.
This document contains evidence submitted by Amelia Morris for her LO4 and LO5 units. It includes:
- Details of the presentation environment and script used for her magazine pitch.
- Witness statement and feedback from her mock publisher on her pitch presentation.
- Results and analysis of a survey sent to peers for additional feedback.
- An interview with the publisher discussing her pitch and magazine concept.
- Her production plan and consideration of related calendar events and legal/ethical issues based on the feedback received.
Implementing policies on violence against children across Europe - symposium ...BASPCAN
This document summarizes the findings of a survey of experts across Europe on policies and practices related to reporting and following up on cases of violence against children. The survey found that while most countries have systems and procedures in place, there is significant room for improvement. Mandatory reporting exists in most countries but consequences for not reporting are inconsistent. Referral services are available in most places but are not evaluated regularly or standardized. Training for professionals is also inconsistent and limited in many countries. The document recommends increased funding for research, professionalization of services, training for professionals, and monitoring of existing laws and policies.
Similar to An Evaluation of Practice within the Northern Ireland Guardian ad Litem Agency in working with Families from Black Minority Ethnic Communities
Family Group Conferences: An alternative Model for Child Protection in the UKBASPCAN
Kate Parkinson presents on Family Group Conferences (FGCs) as an alternative model for child protection. FGCs originated in New Zealand in the 1980s and have since spread internationally. Research shows that FGCs lead to higher family engagement, fewer children being placed in state care, and more lasting family plans for child protection. However, some social workers resist FGCs due to fears about uncooperative families or added costs. Overall, FGCs address common failings in child protection systems by more meaningfully involving families in decisions, improving information sharing between professionals, and centering the child's needs.
Using Data to Support Informed Policy and Decision Making to Promote Health a...DataNB
Dr. Gregory Paterson is the Qualitative Research Analyst Lead with the New Brunswick Institute for Research, Data and Training (NB-IRDT) at the University of New Brunswick (UNB). Greg facilitated a collective discussion about NB-IRDT’s use of data repositories and how the Institute is engaging in a five-year longitudinal study to support evidence-informed policy for early childhood education. In addition, Greg shared examples of how NB-IRDT’s work is delivering linkable data to provide data informed policy for many departments with the Government of New Brunswick and other non-government agencies.
Africa Child Policy Forum (ACPF) Research Findings – Study on Gender and Chil...rmcpu
The document summarizes a study on gender and child rights in five Eastern African countries. It finds that while laws have been established to protect children's rights, discriminatory customary laws and lack of enforcement have impeded full implementation. Key issues facing girls include child marriage, economic exploitation, and lack of inheritance rights. The document recommends that governments ratify international standards, ensure gender sensitivity in laws and policies, and address biases to build resilience for girls.
On December 4, 2014 CERIS hosted a panel discussion to explore the unique settlement experiences of newcomer children and the services, programs, and practices that best address their needs.
Heather Krause of Peel Children and Youth Initiative presented her statistical research on newcomer parents' usage of early childhood services.
Family group conferences – Kate Parkinson (ppt, 210 kb)Care Connect
Kate Parkinson, Unoversity of Salfords presentation looking at Family Group Conferences presented at the Supporting Families in Difficult Times Conference held on 18-19th September 2014
The document discusses the history and development of the intervener profession for children who are deafblind. It describes how early efforts focused on establishing common terminology, defining the intervener role, and developing national competencies and training standards. Over time, these efforts led to the formation of the National Intervener Task Force and establishment of the intervener specialty within the Council for Exceptional Children. The goal is to professionalize the field and establish interveners as related service providers to improve support and outcomes for children who are deafblind.
Mental Health Protocol launch, Conwy & Denbighshire LSCB ConferenceScarletFire.co.uk
This document outlines a multi-agency protocol for supporting children and parents where the parent has a mental illness, substance misuse issue, or both. It was created in response to a serious case review where two children were killed by their father who had a history of mental illness. The protocol aims to facilitate coordinated support and safeguard children through improved information sharing and joint working between adult and children's services. It provides guidance on referrals, assessments, and keeping the needs and safety of children as the top priority when working with families affected by parental mental health or substance misuse issues.
The document summarizes advocacy efforts around the Royal Commission into Youth Detention and Child Protection in the Northern Territory. It discusses:
- The ABC 4 Corners report that prompted the Royal Commission
- The Commissioners and terms of reference for the Royal Commission
- Evidence presented on failures in youth justice and child protection systems and breaches of international human rights standards
- Advocacy efforts including research on alternative models from other countries, submissions to the Royal Commission, and establishing credibility
- Best practice models from other countries like Missouri, Scotland, and New Zealand that focus on therapeutic approaches and community integration
- A proposed public health approach and new legislation in the Northern Territory centered around Aboriginal-led solutions and culturally-appropriate services
Beyond “Grey in Sepia”: Empowering the everyday life information literacy of ...CILIP
The document discusses a study on the information literacy practices of Syrian refugees resettled in Scotland. It provides details on focus groups conducted with 38 Syrian refugees to understand their information needs, sources, and barriers. Key findings included English language skills as critical for integration, health information challenges due to cultural and communication differences, the importance of community and digital connections for sharing information, and concerns around family reunification and long-term citizenship.
The document discusses adoption and adoptive identity in adolescents and young adults. It covers several topics:
1) Historically, adoption in the UK involved a "clean break" where the adopted child was not given any information about their birth family and origins. More recently, there has been a shift to more openness in adoption with some contact or information sharing.
2) Research finds that adopted youth are often curious about why they were adopted and details about their birth family. Their sense of identity can be unexplored, cohesive, developing, or fragmented depending on how much they have reflected on and made sense of their adoption story.
3) Interviews with adopted youth ages 14-22 identified different types of
Tracking HIV Positive Children in India Through Family Case ManagementMatt Avery
1) The Balasahyoga project in India used a Family Case Management approach to minimize loss to follow up of children and adults infected with HIV across the HIV testing and treatment cascade.
2) Key aspects of the approach included family counseling, home visits, referrals to treatment facilities, tracking individuals across services, and data sharing between community and health facilities.
3) The approach significantly increased the number of children and adults registered for HIV testing and treatment, tested, initiated on antiretroviral therapy, and retained in care, demonstrating its effectiveness in improving access and continuity of HIV services.
The key to good family law decision making and outcomes - Information sharing...FRSA Communications
The document discusses improving coordination between the family law, child protection, and community sectors when dealing with complex family cases involving issues like family violence, substance abuse, and mental health. It analyzes these sectors through the lens of a case study about a family ("Family X") experiencing these issues.
The sectors make different assumptions and have different focuses - the community sector provides support services, child protection investigates risk of harm, and the family court makes decisions based on evidence. This can lead to a lack of information sharing and understanding between the sectors. The document proposes improvements like better safety assessments, case management protocols, cross-sector training, and clearer guidelines for expert reports to help the systems work together more effectively for children and families
Transforming Care: Share and Learn Webinar – 29 March 2018NHS England
Topic One: "The ERIN Initiative"
Guest speakers: Susan Holloway, NHS Chorley & South Ribble CCG and NHS Greater Preston CCG and Sheila Roberts, Lancashire Care NHS Foundation Trust
The aim of "The ERIN (Education, Resources, Interventions and Networking) Initiative" is to provide a local, accessible, responsive, early assessment and intervention service for children aged 0-5 years who may be placed on the pre-school Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) pathway.
This webinar reports on the progress made during a pilot which commenced on 1st October 2017 to implement a service which deals with complex/challenging behaviors of children who may or may not go on to have a diagnosis with autism.
Topic Two: An introduction and brief overview of the Source4Networks platform
Session led by Rob Cockburn, Sustainable Improvement Team, NHS England
This topic provides an introduction and brief overview of the Source4Networks platform and its potential to support the Transforming Care Programme.
The document summarizes different types of juvenile cases in Nebraska including abuse/neglect, dependency, delinquency, and status petitions. It also describes the juvenile court system, Foster Care Review Office (FCRO), and provides relevant data from FCRO case file reviews regarding case management, courts/legal system, placements, education, physical/mental health, trial home visits, probation reviews, and Bridge to Independence reviews. The FCRO makes recommendations including amending statutes related to caseload standards and requiring a study of the children's mental and behavioral health system.
The document discusses the health of Aboriginal children in Victoria. It notes that over half of the Aboriginal population is under 19 and families often have single parents. Aboriginal health is defined as physical, social, emotional, and cultural well-being. While Aboriginal children are often connected to culture, many lack strong social networks. They experience higher rates of health issues, disabilities, and involvement in the child protection system compared to non-Aboriginal children. The document outlines the mandatory reporting requirements for doctors and nurses to report suspected child abuse to child protection authorities.
All the major religions and belief systems in the UK support the principles of organ donation and transplantation and accept that organ donation is an individual choice.
We understand that you may have questions about whether your faith or beliefs affect your ability to become an organ donor. We're here to help support your decision, and have provided a selection of resources to help make sure you get the information you need.
Find out more about different attitudes to organ donation by selecting a faith or belief system below, or alternatively please consult the adviser from your religion or belief group.
The Parliamentary Inquiry found that access to good quality, affordable childcare is particularly important for families with disabled children due to their increased risk of poverty. However, many families reported being unable to work due to a significant lack of suitable childcare options and higher costs of care for disabled children. The Inquiry heard that this lack of childcare forces some parents out of the workforce and others to work fewer hours than desired. Recommendations were made to address barriers to access, affordability, availability and inclusion of childcare for disabled children.
Cultural Competency and Evaluation of Children from Diverse BackgroundsBilinguistics
This document discusses considerations for assessing culturally and linguistically diverse children for speech and language impairment. It outlines 9 cultural parameters that may impact assessment, including individualism vs collectivism and views of time and space. The assessment process should involve gathering information from various sources and using both formal and informal assessment tools in a culturally sensitive manner. Informal measures like language samples can provide more naturalistic data, while formal tests require consideration of the student's cultural background relative to test norms. Analysis of assessment results must account for potential language differences versus disorders.
SIRCC Conference 2019 Workshop 2 Responding to offending in residential care:...CELCIS
Thank you for sharing about this important work. Reducing unnecessary criminalization of vulnerable children and strengthening supportive relationships is so crucial.
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Using Coronial Records to Understand Deaths of Infants Through Co-sleepingBASPCAN
Joe Clarke, South Eastern Health & Social Care Trust
Catherine Coyle, Public Health Agency, Northern Ireland
Sharon Beattie, Safeguarding Board for Northern Ireland
Cathy MacPherson, South Eastern Health & Social Care Trust
Una Turbitt, Public Health Agency, Northern Ireland
Brid Farell, Public Health Agency, Northern Ireland
Anne Lazenbatt, Queens University, Belfast, Northern Ireland
Lisa Bunting, Queens University, Belfast, Northern Ireland
John Devaney, Queens University, Belfast, Northern Ireland
'Letting the Future In' an intervention for child sexual abuse: from practice...BASPCAN
This document summarizes the partnership between the NSPCC and two universities to develop and evaluate an intervention for child sexual abuse called Letting the Future In (LTFI). It describes how NSPCC studies found a gap between need for therapeutic services for child sexual abuse victims and what was available. Practitioners then created LTFI which was piloted and implemented. An independent evaluation was commissioned including a randomized controlled trial (RCT) to rigorously evaluate LTFI's effectiveness. Overcoming challenges, the RCT recruited 242 children and was the largest of its kind. It aimed to provide high-quality evidence on LTFI's impact to inform practice and policy.
A family approach to protecting children whose parents misuse drug/alcohol: E...BASPCAN
This document summarizes the findings of an evaluation of the FED UP program, which provides services to families where parents misuse drugs/alcohol. The evaluation found that the program was effective in reducing children's emotional and behavioral problems, improving their self-esteem, helping them process thoughts/feelings, and enhancing protective parenting. Key mechanisms of change included children feeling less alone and parents gaining insight into how their behavior impacts children. Barriers to the program included issues with group composition and family instability. The implications discussed expanding the program's reach and using data to improve outcomes for children.
Asking for, and getting help for child neglect:children, young people and par...BASPCAN
Brigid Daniel
Professor of Social Work
University of Stirling
with thanks to:
Cheryl Burgess, University of Stirling
Jane Scott, With Scotland
Julie Taylor, University of Edinburgh
and to Action for Children
Young People's Perspectives on Recognising and Telling about Abuse and NeglectBASPCAN
This document summarizes a study on young people's perspectives on recognizing and disclosing abuse and neglect. The study included a literature review, analysis of an online peer support site, and interviews with 30 vulnerable young people aged 11-20. It developed a framework for understanding how young people recognize, tell about, and get help for abuse, which influences practitioners. The framework shows recognition, telling, and help can be partial, hidden, signs-based, or purposeful. It also examines how related interventions can help symptoms or underlying causes, and influence trust, effectiveness, and duration of support over time. The implications are that practitioners should not rely on verbal disclosure, be sensitive to the challenges of telling, and see that recognition may come
WE MUST BE DOING SOMETHING RIGHT: CHILD SEXUAL ABUSE DISCLOSURE ACROSS THE DE...BASPCAN
This document summarizes a study comparing narratives of child sexual abuse disclosure between young people and adults. It found that young people were more likely to disclose due to a "pressure cooker effect" of emotions building up over time or being directly asked about signs of distress. In contrast, adults were more likely to blame themselves for the abuse and believed telling would make the situation worse. The study highlights the importance of creating an environment where children feel believed and supported to disclose abuse.
The document summarizes a study that examined informal and formal support structures for young people who experienced child abuse. 53 young women and 7 young men between ages 18-24 who reported extensive victimization were interviewed. On average, it took 7.8 years to disclose experiences of child sexual abuse. Most initial disclosures were to informal sources like family and friends. Barriers to disclosure included lack of knowledge that the abuse was wrong and lack of trusted adults. Missed opportunities for intervention were identified at the individual, family, community, and system levels. Key recommendations included providing youth appropriate information about relationships early on, communicating with youth directly and sensitively, and ensuring professionals notice signs of struggle and ask youth directly about their experiences.
The Parents Under Pressure (PuP) Program is a 12-module home-based parenting program that aims to reduce child abuse potential, parental stress, and child behavior problems. The modules can be addressed in any order based on family priorities and are supplemented by liaison with other social services. Studies have found the PuP program reduces child abuse potential, parental stress and improves child behavior, and for every 100 families treated there would be an estimated savings of AU$3.1 million.
Improving Decision-Making in Pre-birth Assessment: The OxPUP ProjectBASPCAN
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1. An Evaluation of Practice within the
Northern Ireland Guardian ad Litem
Agency in working with Families
from Black Minority Ethnic
Communities
Presentation to the 9th BASPCAN Congress
University of Edinburgh
13-15 April 2015
2. Introduction
• Northern Ireland is changing and is having to meet
the needs of an increasingly diverse population
• The number of ethnic minorities in Northern
Ireland has more than doubled from 0.8% in 2001
to 1.8% in 2011 – approx 30,000 (NISRA, 2011)
• Figures for the BME population are notoriously
unreliable
• Estimated that the 2001 census underreported the
BME population in one area of NI by up to 50%
• Absence of reliable official statistics on the
population of BME communities creates the
potential for significant under-resourcing and
inequalities
3. Background
• Rising demand in Public Law proceedings
• Increasing cases from BME groups
• September 2013, 2,071 children and young people had
been continuously looked after for at least 12 months in
Northern Ireland (DHSSPS, 2014). Of this group, 4.5% of
children and young people were from an ethnic minority
group
• Growing interface between Family Law and
Immigration Law
• Increasing questions about jurisdiction
• Requirements for practitioner cultural competence
4. What we know
Research by Selwyn et al (2008)*
1. No evidence of systematic bias against or mishandling of cases
involving black and minority ethnic children.
2. But, it reported that Social Workers ‘were struggling with how to
think about ‘mixed ethnicity children’ and tended to view these
children as ‘black’ even when brought up within an entirely ‘white
culture’
3. Amongst cases referred to Adoption Panels, black and Asian
children spent longer being Looked After before a recommendation
for adoption
4. White and mixed ethnicity children were more likely to be adopted
and adopted at older ages up to 10 years old. Many children from
minority ethnic backgrounds were more likely to have their care
plan changed from adoption if no adopters were found within six
months. Efforts to place white children continued for longer.
* Selwyn J., Harris P., Quinton, D., Nawaz S., Wijedasa, D. & Wood M. (2008) Pathways to Permanence for
Black, Asian and Mixed Ethnicity Children: Dilemmas, Decision Making and Outcomes. Nottingham: DCSF.
5. Objectives
• To review cases referred in 2013/14
• Evaluate the nature of Guardian practice in working
with these cases
• Generate knowledge from cases about cultural
competence in practice
• Review the findings against national and international
research evidence (ongoing)
• Disseminate the findings to the wider family justice
system
6. Methodology
• Participation in this study was via informed consent
• Assurances of data confidentiality and anonymity in
respect of both service users and Guardians
• A mixed methods approach – collection and analysis
of quantitative and qualitative
• Explore themes emerging from the quantitative
analysis
• Sample included all Public Law and Adoption cases
referred to NIGALA between 1 April 2013 and 31 March
2014, which involved BME children and families
• Sample includes Irish travellers
7. Methodology
• Review of the data generated using GCIS
• A file audit to review identified cases and collect
biographical and management data
• Audit involved 62 cases with 92 children and 34 staff
(Care Proceedings - 45 cases 73 children (73%)
Adoption Proceedings – 17 cases (27%)
• Questionnaire administered to all Guardians
• Semi-structured interviews conducted with 10
Guardians to supplement the questionnaire
• Semi structured interview schedule (30-50 minutes).
8. Key Findings - File Audit
• Largest ethnic origin - Polish (8%) Lithuanian,(6%)
Black Portuguese, (6%) & Latvian, (2%)
• Just over half (53% of children were born in Northern
Ireland
• 12% of children (11) had a disability (included learning
disability, speech/vision disability, foetal alcohol
syndrome
• More than half of children had English as a first
language
• In terms of duration, whether or not these cases are
taking longer than non BME cases is yet to be
determined – still analysing results
9. Findings - Survey Questionnaires (1)
• Good participation rate – 41 responded (73%)
• 29 (71%) of Guardian respondents had ‘a little experience’ of
working with BME groups
• 12 (29%) respondents felt quite confident in this area
• 5 of the 12 respondents who felt quite confident had a ‘fair
amount of experience’
• 23 (56%) reported being neither confident or not confident
• 37 respondents (90%) had experience of working with
interpreters
• 37 (90%) stated they faced challenges working with BME
families.
• 17 (42%) Guardians described their practice as culturally
competent, whilst half stated they were ‘not sure’ if their practice
was culturally competent
10. Findings - Survey Questionnaires (2)
• 33 (80%) respondents of sample agreed there were
differences working with BME cases
• Problems included language barrier, knowledge of
cultural factors
• 18 (44%) respondents found use of interpreters
challenging
• 25 (61%) of Guardians experienced delays -
immigration status /checks in home country
• Cases time consuming - background checks,
assessments
• Each case different, with complex emotional/legal
issues
11. Findings - Semi Structured
Interviews
• Challenges included gathering information from countries of
origin, difficulty of building rapport when interviewing via an
interpreter
• Problem of some interpreters elaborating on what is said by the
family
• All interviewees agreed on importance of developing specialist
knowledge of traditions and values of clients
• Difficulties of engaging children and adults where English is not
the first language
• Longest delays caused by complex law issues of immigration
• Suggestion High Court is better equipped to deal with complex
cases
12. Case Example
• Case involved appeal on issue of habitual residence
under Article 15 of Brussels Convention 2
• Child born in NI to BME mother
• Mother had mental health difficulties. Returned to
country of origin leaving child in foster care in NI
• With no family in jurisdiction, care plan of adoption
proposed
• Trust identified potential adoptive parents
• Prospective adopters had links with child’s country of
origin therefore meeting child’s identity links
• Mother originally approved of adoption of child
13. Case Example
• Case transferred to High Court
• Country of origin requested repatriation of child
• Basis for Article 15 Brussels 2 – welfare of child should be
determined by courts of his habitual residence
• Applicant has to demonstrate child has particular connection with
the member state
• View of the country of origin – requirements of Article 15 were met
• Judgement in NI court requested member state to accept
jurisdiction for proceedings
• Child repatriated to country of origin
• So what? Case has implications for future cases referred to
NIGALA
• Guardians need to be aware of protocols between UK courts and
European courts regarding foreign national children
14. Recommendations
• NIGALA to ensure clarity about what is cultural
competence and how it will be assessed in Guardian
practice
• Access to advice on various cultural and ethnic groups
• Repository of materials for Guardians to draw from re
different BME groups
• Intensive inputs re larger BME groups in NI and those
referred to the Agency
• Training and awareness raising on asylum and
immigration legislation and the EU treaties and local
protocols
• Consideration of best practice and standards in
regional interpreting services
15. Recommendations
• Training on determination of nationality for children
born in NI
• Training in working with regional interpreters
• Dissemination of findings and learning to NIGALA
Solicitors Panel
• Improve links with NI Council for Ethnic Minorities
• Continue to raise awareness regarding Child Sexual
Exploitation
• NIGALA to review the small numbers of cases in which
there was excessive delay
• Promotion of Guardians active consideration of
ethnicity issues in court reports
Owens and Statham (2009) highlight that has been long acknowledged that children from black and mixed ethnic backgrounds are over represented within the care system and children from Asian backgrounds are under-represented.
Owens and Statham (2009) highlight that has been long acknowledged that children from black and mixed ethnic backgrounds are over represented within the care system and children from Asian backgrounds are under-represented.
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