first nations parenting and child reunification: identifying strengths, barriers, and community needs
abstract
first nations children are overrepresented in the child welfare system in canada
(blackstock, 2003). first nations communities are seeking to improve current service
delivery models and create alternative evidence-based strategies. a first nations child
welfare organization has identified priority areas related to reunification and parenting,
identify successes and barriers to reunification, and examine service needs. these
priorities were addressed with a community-based, participatory model, and guided by a
community research advisory. results were analyzed using a blend of grounded theory
and thematic analysis techniques. participants identified the need to place children with
extended family or within home communities to facilitate best child outcomes.
improving parental and community capacity was recognized to promote positive
reunifications. successes identified within communities included available supports,
such as those that increased empowerment and community capacity. identified barriers
within communities were the lack of culturally appropriate parenting services, hesitancy
to obtain available support due to fears of child welfare intervention, and mental health
difficulties of community members. results of this study will be disseminated to
communities and used to develop a culturally appropriate parenting program.
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