Course Description:
Kinship is an important component of prevention services and has been a traditional means of family system support. Kinship Caregivers are diverse across multiple intersectional identities not only due to the range of ages among caregivers, but also across culture, race/ethnicity. Historic oppressive practices to remove children from their parents have disproportionately impacted black, brown and indigenous children. Recognizing the importance of lived experience in informing the goals and supports available to families served is a vital component in addressing important policy changes. We will provide some basics about Kinship Care and discuss not only the array of concerns faced by kinship caregivers but also the changes neededin mindset in order for the child welfare system and ultimately our communities, to implement supports for kinship families, specifically according to what they need..
Course Link: https://www.eventbrite.com/o/msu-school-of-social-work-44929438833
CE Value (credits): 1
CE Type: Standard
Sponsor:
Michigan State University School of SW
Contact Information:
Gina Van Horn
517-353-3060
swkce@msu.edu