Unequal representation? Examining child and case characteristics in child protective services cases involving disabled children

Key Points

• Inequities in representation exist within child protective services cases involving disabled children, affecting outcomes.
• Data indicates higher adverse actions against disabled children compared to non-disabled counterparts in these cases.
• Observational analysis across multiple child protective services cases highlights disparities in treatment by socioeconomic factors and disability status.
• Calls for improved practices in child protective services to ensure equitable representation for disabled children.