#child-welfare

#child-welfare

A woman with a history of child abuse supervised visits between a mother and her baby, resulting in tragedy and legal action.

A woman allegedly held her stepson captive for over 20 years, leading him to set fire to escape.

Three children rescued after being trapped in a 'house of horror' in Spain since December 2021.

Access to life-saving medical treatment for children in Sierra Leone is limited, with organizations like Sick Pikin providing essential support for overseas healthcare.

Confirmation of unnecessary surgeries raises distress among parents regarding the treatment of their children.

President Trump's proposal of cash bonuses for newborns contrasts sharply with cuts to child health research funding.

Los Angeles County has approved a $4 billion settlement for sexual abuse claims in juvenile facilities, marking one of the largest payouts in history.

The New Hampshire attorney general's office agreed to a $10 million settlement for a man abused at a youth detention center in the 1990s.

A Venezuelan toddler remains in foster care after her mother was deported by U.S. authorities, raising concerns over child welfare and immigration practices.

ICE is conducting operations targeting unaccompanied immigrant children and their sponsors for potential deportation or legal action.

Welfare checks on children are being criticized as a means of backdoor family separation.

Rafa Leyva's struggle illustrates the harsh realities of immigration and family separation amidst personal tragedy.

ICE deported three U.S. citizen children, including a cancer patient, raising due process concerns.

Critics argue the deportation was executed without adequate legal process.

Federal agents conducted unauthorized visits at LA elementary schools, raising concerns among California senators about public trust and child safety protocols.

Having a large family can be irresponsible as it may hinder the quality of parenting each child receives.

Grandparents are concerned about their grandchild's well-being in a filthy home.

Councils are failing homeless children by placing them in inadequate temporary accommodations that pose serious health risks.

Over 200,000 children are projected to live in temporary accommodation in England by 2029.

The tragic case of Lisa Cotton highlights the need for more rigorous child protection oversight despite accusations of racism.

Grace's experience in the foster care system raises concerns about the adequacy of care and accountability.

The Farrelly Commission's extensive report fails to provide clear answers.

Kingston Council is constructing a children's home to meet rising demand for local placements and improve care outcomes.

The Farrelly Commission report revealed neglect but found no evidence of sexual or emotional abuse towards Grace, raising concerns about state accountability.

The investigation into 'Grace's' case revealed neglect but no findings of abuse, leaving politicians surprised and frustrated over accountability being absent.

The tragedy of 4-year-old Promise Cotton highlights severe failures of public services and community vigilance in child welfare cases.

A 4-year-old girl was discovered alone with her deceased mother and brother in a Bronx apartment, surviving for weeks.

Authorities visited the apartment but did not find the child.

Disproportionate targeting of Black and Hispanic families in NYC child welfare investigations raises concerns about systemic racial bias.

Children should not be expected to fight for their own safety and well-being.

Senan Maguire, a 13-year-old with autism, faces expulsion from school due to behavioral issues, worsening his mental health and leaving him without support.

A disabled mother and her autistic son were found dead, while the daughter's plea for help revealed a tragic family crisis.

Musk believes low birth rates threaten civilization more than climate change, prompting him to have many children to combat potential extinction.

A father was arrested for leaving his children unsupervised at McDonald's during a job interview.

A new training program launched to help journalists report effectively on child welfare issues.

Journalists will learn to create impactful, community-focused stories regarding child protection.

Grace endured neglect for two decades in foster care, emphasizing failures in the system.

The Farrelly Commission report reveals critical failures in safeguarding disabled individuals, especially in the case of Grace.

A mother left her daughter in a submerged car while she allegedly went home to take a bath after a drunken crash.

Senators seek safety information from AI companies following lawsuits alleging harm to minors from Character.AI.

An 11-year-old girl was wrongfully treated for a missing adult patient due to police error, causing national outrage and discussions about health safety.

A mother was arrested for using a dog shock collar on her child, leading to serious criminal charges.

A fire chief has been charged with assaulting his infant daughter after admitting to throwing her on the ground out of frustration.

Robert White faces multiple charges for child abuse but is not charged in connection with the child's death.

Child Abuse Prevention Month highlights the importance of creating safe environments for children and raising awareness to combat abuse.