A1 - The Child's Perspective on Child Welfare and Justice Systems

Child welfare and justice systems are intimidating, confusing, and overwhelming to many adults, but especially so for children, whose systems involvement may exacerbate their trauma and distress. This presentation will discuss the support and informational needs of children involved in the child welfare and justice systems, and how child welfare system practitioners can best meet these needs through provision of trauma-informed and developmentally appropriate court information and guidance, including through the use of interactive child witness support materials.

Presenters: Shashika Peeligama and C.J. Glackin, Center for Court Innovation, New York, NY