Policy, Advocacy & Social Justice Flashcards

Which legislation established the framework for child welfare services and mandated reasonable efforts to prevent out-of-home placement?

Answer: Adoption Assistance and Child Welfare Act of 1980

The Adoption Assistance and Child Welfare Act of 1980 required states to make reasonable efforts to prevent removal and reunify families before considering alternatives.

Which term refers to the overrepresentation of children of color in the child welfare system?

Answer: Disproportionality

Disproportionality in child welfare describes the overrepresentation of Black, Indigenous, and other children of color in foster care relative to their share of the general population.

TANF (Temporary Assistance for Needy Families) replaced which earlier program?

Answer: Aid to Families with Dependent Children (AFDC)

TANF was created by the Personal Responsibility and Work Opportunity Reconciliation Act of 1996, replacing the entitlement program AFDC with a block grant structure.

Which concept describes the idea that all people deserve equal economic, political, and social rights and opportunities?

Answer: Social justice

Social justice is the principle that society should ensure all individuals have equal rights, opportunities, and access to resources regardless of their background.

The Indian Child Welfare Act (ICWA) of 1978 was enacted to address:

Answer: The high rate of Native American children being removed from their families and communities

ICWA was passed to protect Native American children and families by establishing standards for removal and placement proceedings and prioritizing tribal connections.

A social worker who lobbies state legislators to increase funding for mental health services is engaging in:

Answer: Legislative advocacy

Legislative advocacy involves directly engaging lawmakers to influence the creation, amendment, or funding of laws and policies.