What We Do
Awareness & Advocacy
“Let us take a look at who we are, what has and is happening to us, and what we must do to take charge of our own lives.”-Asa G.Hilliard, III
Blk Child Welfare is a platform to raise awareness around the nuances of child and family serving systems and social policy areas that have an impact on Black children & families.
Unity & Solidarity
“The solution to our problems reside within us. It is up to us, no one else can care in the same way that we do.”-Shemeka Sorrells
Blk Child Welfare is the host of the group Blk Leaders in Social Services (B.L.I.S.S.) who come together to discuss the nuances of the work in social services, be of support to each other and build capacity to lead.
Invest in Our Solutions
“Wealth is not to feed our egos but to feed the hungry and to help people help themselves.”-Maya Angelou
Blk Child Welfare will be a platform that facilitates and manages the investment of individuals’ time, talent & treasure who are committed to ensuring positive outcomes for Black children and families.