Public Policy, Social Work Researchers: Antipoverty Programs Can Help Reduce Child Neglect
Breaking down policy silos would provide significant benefit to children and families.
Coordinated effort among antipoverty programs can positively affect child neglect, according to UConn researchers (Getty Images). Copy Link
Antipoverty programs in the U.S. have a critical role to play in reducing childhood neglect, according to a new paper published in the Annals of the American Academy of Political and Social Science by UConn public policy and social work researchers, who propose a coordinated, synergistic response among anti-poverty programs to help families achieve safe and consistent care for children.