Op-Ed | Governor Hochul must sign Preserving Family Bonds Act' into law | amNewYork
Leaders in child and family serving agencies in NYC are advocating for the Preserving Family Bonds Act, which allows for post-adoption contact between children in foster care and their biological families through visits or communication.
Research suggests that adoptees and biological families are increasingly seeking contact with each other, facilitated by social media. [ more ]
Watchdog launches investigation into police over tragic death of Bronson Battersby
The police watchdog is investigating the tragic death of a two-year-old boy who reportedly starved after being left alone next to his father's body.
The investigation will focus on whether there were any missed opportunities by the police in responding to welfare concerns prior to the deaths. [ more ]
Ofsted inspector gets into Croydon nursery without staff knowing
Holiplay Kids Club received a 'Not met (with actions)' rating during inspection for various breaches in safeguarding and welfare.
Inspectors found issues like lack of staff awareness, inadequate support for children, and absence of designated leadership or clear responsibilities. [ more ]
Records raise new questions about Alameda County's response to toddler fentanyl death
Alameda County social workers recommended keeping three young siblings in the care of their mother, despite the death of their 23-month-old brother from a suspected fentanyl overdose.
Social workers didn't note the toddler's death in their initial assessment of the home and only filed a new assessment after the news of the overdose became public. [ more ]
Does artificial intelligence discriminate in child neglect case assessments?
The use of artificial intelligence in child neglect case assessments has raised concerns about potential discrimination.
The Allegheny County Office of Children, Youth and Families used an AI tool called the Allegheny Family Screening Tool to assess child welfare risk. [ more ]