Indian Child Welfare: A State-of-the-Field Study. Summary of Findings and Discussions of Policy Implications

摘要

The Survey was an extensive report on the needs and practices of child welfare services delivered to American Indian children and their families on and off the reservation. The Survey included on site examination of the delivery of services at seven off reservation sites and at ten reservations, with a supporting survey of formalized policies in 21 States with Native American populations. The project has also identified key elements of social work education and practice provided to American Indians, as well as recommendations for improving their educational and employment opportunities in social work fields.