Barnardo’s has published a report on discrimination, racism, exclusion and isolation faced by young Black people within the care system, including residential settings, foster care placements, education, mental health provision and prison. Discussions include: young people being ignored when reporting racial abuse; care staff involving the police as a tool of discipline in non-criminal matters; and inconsistent support from social workers. Recommendations include: the introduction of a Black Foster Care network; timely access to mental health support; full implementation of the Lammy Review; and urgent action from the Government to prevent the unnecessary criminalisation of children in care.
Read/Download the report: Double discrimination – Barnardo’s calls for change as report highlights young Black people who have been in care experience racism, exclusion and isolation
Source: Barnardo’s
Date: 21 September 2023
