Lead Measure 5b: Racial/Ethnic Differences in Reunification
Why is the lead baseline measure important? Comparing reunification rates across racial and ethnic groups, this measure can uncover disparities in how quickly or effectively children from different backgrounds are reunified with their families. Vital for identifying and addressing disparities in the child welfare system. Promotes equity, informs policy and practice improvements, supports better outcomes for children, and enhances accountability and trust within the system. What is significant about the graph? It is necessary to engage in further evaluation regarding marginalized communities and the variability of their reunification rates over time. Without further root cause analysis, there isn’t sufficient information or data to make conclusions from the baseline.
Data Source: Data Advocacy,Casey Family Programs 8.23.24 | Data Source: public NCANDS and AFCARS files obtained From NDACAN Numerator: Children exiting to reunification within 12 months of entry. Denominator: Children entering in the listed 12-month period. Prepared by Foster America
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