An examination of child welfare agency models that serve immigrant children and families
Bibliographic Data
| ID | 6438010 |
|---|---|
| Authors | Kristina Lovato (0000-0003-3982-9230, University of California, Berkeley), Megan Finno-Velasquez (0000-0002-9614-1769, New Mexico State University), Sophia Sepp (0000-0002-3775-5736, New Mexico State University), Effie Clayton (New Mexico State University), Kelechi Wright (0000-0002-0636-445X, University of Kansas) |
| Year | 2024 |
| Volume | 19 |
| Issue | 2 |
| Pages | 349-372 |
| Publication date | 2024-03-18 |
| Open Access | Yes |
| Type | ARTICLE |
| Venue | Journal of Public Child Welfare (JOURNAL) |
| Journal identifiers | ISSN: 1554-8732 • E-ISSN: 1554-8740 |
| Publisher | Taylor & Francis (PUBLISHER • GB) |
| DOI | 10.1080/15548732.2024.2320278 |
| OpenAlex | W4392965772 |
| Language | EN |
| Citations received | 3 |
| References cited | 17 |
Child welfare agencies often experience challenges in meeting the unique needs of immigrant families. In this qualitative study, semi-structured interviews were conducted with child welfare agency representatives to examine models used to effectively serve this population. Findings show that child welfare agencies utilize: 1) specialization of immigrant-related knowledge and skill sets; 2) formal and informal relationships with consulates and external stakeholders; and 3) innovative approaches to engage immigrant families. Implications highlight the importance of child welfare staff developing expertise on immigration policy, navigating international borders and systems, and training caseworkers in implementing culturally and linguistically sensitive transnational engagement strategies
Agency (philosophy · Developmental psychology · Economic growth · Economics · Immigration · Political science · Social science · Sociology · Welfare · Child Abuse and Trauma · Child Welfare and Adoption · Law · Migration, Health and Trauma · Psychology · Social Work
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| Citations per year | 3 |
|---|---|
| Citation span | 2025 - 2025 (1) |
| Highly cited | No |