Tag Archives: CPS

THE EQUITY MOVEMENT TAKES TEXAS FOSTER CARE SYSTEM BY FORCE

As you are aware, an unprecedented move was made and achieved toward equity in the state of Texas when the Children’s Rights Advocacy group sued Department of Family and Protective Services (DFPS) in federal court and won resulting in the declaration of foster care in Texas, unconstitutional! This is a landmark victory for the equity movement! “We The People” are

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Ten Equity Commandments to Children Protective Services (CPS)

A Government Institution’s DUTY TO honor CITIZENS’ Rights and Protections Under the LAW I. THOU shall not perform an investigation to obtain information admissible in a court of law without informing citizens of their right to remain silent and obtain legal counsel. II. THOU shall neither remove a child from a public institution for questioning when performing an investigation nor

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Equitable Practice Statements for CPS Caseworkers and Supervisors

1. I will not reject parenting styles and practices that present no imminent risk for or actual abuse, neglect, or exploitation to children because they are different or devalued by my culture or organization. 2. I will not allow personal or organization’s cultural values, beliefs, and views about lifestyle choices, traditions or behaviors of family members that present no imminent

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CASE Files | Highlights from the Past Year

Read our inaugural issue here! Contents: Cyber-Bullying Hits Close to Home The Faces of CASE FBISD Attends Keeping Kids in School Community Event CASE Meets with Harris County Grants Management CASE Partners with Earl Carl Institute to Host Forum CASE Leaders Attend NAACP Banquet Fort Bend County Behavioral Health Responds to
 Cultural Relevance Question 1115 Waiver Steering Committee Embraces CLAS

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Miranda Rights for Children and Families Involved in Children Protective Services (CPS)

The enactment of a ruling that preserves the rights of children and families involved in the Children Protective Services system is critical for the preservation and survival of the African American and Hispanic families in this country. Children Protective Services (CPS) has one of the noblest missions in our country which is to protect children from abuse, neglect and exploitation,

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