Episode 32: Can we go DEEP Together? Race, History, and Foster Care

Race has always mattered in America. The family and child welfare system is not exempt from history. In this episode of Navigating Child Welfare, I'm sharing what I've learned from creating Skin Deep and leading the Going Deep Together workshop, and why these discussions are essential for anyone serving families in the foster care and child welfare system and how to equip the next generation of family helpers through connection and humanity. Below are a few lessons I've learned:   Lesson #1: Sometimes organizations are not ready to discuss race, bias, and it impacts the families they are serving. Takeway- leaders can begin preparing staff to have uncomfortable discussions.   Lesson #2: The Going DEEP Together Workshop I lead is only facilitated in person. Takeaway- race is difficult to talk about and escapism is real!   Lesson #3: The Skin DEEP online course & webinar is accredited for Missouri and Kansas CEU’s and CLE’s. Takeaway- not only are you learning and applying, social workers and attorneys in Kansas and Missouri can also receive credit for their attendance!   Lesson #4: Connecting with people and their experiences is what keeps us grounded and connected to humanity. Takeaway- it matters what happened to families and communities and Skin DEEP provides a way for individuals and organizations to have a nuanced discussion that is helpful.   If you're responsible for training staff or students in a child and family serving organization, this episode is for you. The history is worth understanding. What's happening now has happened before, and there is power in knowing that.   🎧 Listen: Going Deep Together: Race, History, and the Family and Child Welfare System   📲 Six months of Skin Deep access for $200- www.skindeepcw.com. Use the coupon code: CLECEU.   #ChildWelfare #FosterCare #FamilyAndChildWelfareSystem #RacialEquity #CulturalCompetency #SkinDeep #RaceAndLaw #FamiliesInAmerica #Leadership #SystemsChange