Child Welfare Policy

Child Welfare Policy encompasses laws and practices aimed at ensuring the safety, well-being, and healthy development of children. It involves assessing and responding to cases of abuse, neglect, or other risks, providing services such as foster care, adoption, and family support programs. The goal is to protect children from harm while supporting families to remain intact whenever possible. These policies are guided by principles of child rights, safety, and developmental needs, and involve collaboration among government agencies, social workers, and communities to create a secure environment for children to thrive.