• Torn: A Podcast About Racial Disparities in the Child Welfare System

  • By: Sonia Johnson
  • Podcast
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Torn: A Podcast About Racial Disparities in the Child Welfare System

By: Sonia Johnson
  • Summary

  • This podcast explores the inequities present in the existing child welfare system. Our hosts, Sonia Johnson, Esq. and Classie Colinet, Esq. have over 15 years combined working as defense attorneys in the child welfare system. Their goals are to advocate for the complete overhaul of the current system, provide advocates with tools that can help them better advocate for families, and provide parents who are currently caught up in the system with information to help level the playing field.
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Episodes
  • Charting Our Path: Reflecting Back, Marching Ahead
    Apr 17 2024

    In our season two finale of Torn, Sonia and Classie reflect on the journey so far, drawing inspiration from Ida B. Wells and discussing the importance of continuing the fight for a fair child welfare system. They share their thoughts on self-care, hope, the nature of reform, and the impact of collective action.

    Your involvement is crucial as we move forward, sharing strategies, insights, and stories that drive change. Thank you for being with us on this journey, for your contributions, and for your commitment to making a difference. Stay tuned for more discussions, more guests, and more actions we can take together in the next season.

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    59 mins
  • Promo: S2 E10 Charting our Path: Reflecting Back, Marching Ahead
    Apr 10 2024

    In this promo for the season finale of Torn, Sonia and Classie discuss the importance of self-care.

    Listen to the full episode on Wednesday, April 17th as they reflect on the journey so far, drawing inspiration from Ida B. Wells and discussing the importance of continuing the fight for a fair child welfare system. They share their thoughts on self-care, hope, the nature of reform, and the impact of collective action.

    Your involvement is crucial as we move forward, sharing strategies, insights, and stories that drive change. Thank you for being with us on this journey, for your contributions, and for your commitment to making a difference. Stay tuned for more discussions, more guests, and more actions we can take together in the next season.

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    6 mins
  • Rule Out and Best Interest Letters
    Apr 3 2024

    In this episode of TORN, hosts Sonia and Classie discuss Rule Out and Best Interest Letters within the child welfare system. Their discussion aims to shed light on the impact these letters have on child welfare cases.

    The goal of this episode is to help demystify these important documents for caregivers, advocates, and child welfare professionals, providing them with the knowledge to better navigate and advocate within the system.

    Whether you're directly involved in child welfare or looking to understand more about the process, this episode offers valuable insights into making informed decisions in the best interest of children. Tune in for an essential guide to Rule Out and Best Interest Letters in child welfare.

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    47 mins

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