Hearing Children’s Voices in Studies of Familial Incarceration: Experiences from a Canadian Study

Knudsen, Else Marie

doi:10.1007/978-3-030-12744-2_17

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“…The Canadian government has not been held accountable to children of incarcerated parents despite its role as duty-bearers as defined in the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child that Canada (CFSC, 2019). Knudsen (2019) reflects on this violation of children's rights stating that, "the Convention states that children's best interests must be a primary consideration in 'all actions' that concern them (Article 3) and include the right of children to express their views in decision-making that affects them (Article 12)." The Committee on the Rights of the Child (CRC) has interpreted these articles to mean that the best interests of the child must be considered when decisions are made about an incarcerated parents' detention and placement" (p. 349).…”

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A Child Rights Perspective on Babies Behind Bars: An analysis of two different narratives and their outcomes

Letkeman

2023

Can J Child Rights

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Abstract: This comic represents two narrative outcomes of the Mother-Child Program for Federally Incarcerated Women in Canada resulting in child rights concerns for this growing population of children. The Mother-Child Program has stringent policies related to corresponding documents that those who are wanting to participate in the Mother-Child Program must adhere to. Those who are requesting the Mother-Child Program rely on other service providers to submit their paperwork within tight timeframes, in order to be considered. The comic illustration represents the detrimental result of the failure of a social worker not presenting their mandatory documents in the time frame allowed, which denies the applicants submission to the Mother-Child Program. The stringent policies of the Mother-Child Program and its' consequences are outlined throughout the adverse childhood effects that parental incarceration has on a child and the difficulties those incarcerated face in maintaining a strong attachment to their child due to policy barriers. The lack of sense of identity and belonging for this population of children is reflected in the narratives of the comic and growing discrimination for this population of children is evidenced through the analysis that follows the comic illustration. The second comic represents a mother and child who are accepted into the Mother-Child Program and the positive effects that the Mother-Child Program has on the bond within mother and child. It is important to note that the Mother-Child Program is a voluntary program for applicants and for some mothers, who meet the criteria, a suitable program. Not all mothers are given this program as an option due to the various natures of criminal charges. The intent of this comic is to represent the difficulties that policy barriers place on those wishing to access a program that they are suitable for and the devastating consequences when an application is denied due to policy implementation. The narratives included in this comic are assumed conversations reflecting the evidence of positive outcomes for those who experienced the Mother-Child program as well as the negative consequences of those who are denied access to the program through literature review. The calls to action and advocacy required for this group of children falling into systemic invisibility due to the inaction of systemic government programs are direct violations of children’s rights. In order for a better world fit for children, action, advocacy and systemic change are required to address the injustices this group of children face. Key terms: Children of Incarcerated Parents, Adverse Childhood Experiences, Attachment, Canadian Policy, Child Rights

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Section: Accountability Children's Rights and The Un Convention On Th...mentioning

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A Child Rights Perspective on Babies Behind Bars: An analysis of two different narratives and their outcomes

Letkeman

2023

Can J Child Rights

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Problem of children of incarcerated parents and their position in social welfare

Djordjevic,

Hrncic

2023

Temida

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Children of incarcerated parents (CIP) face numerous challenges in realizing their rights, which have been largely overlooked in our scientific and professional community, starting from their statistical tracking. This study aims to present the research results related to the characteristics and problems of CIP and their position within the social welfare system. A mixed, descriptive and transfer design research was conducted. Data was collected through questionnaires, interviews, and file analysis. The sample included twelve children of incarcerated parents, seven of their parents (who are not incarcerated), guardians or foster parents, and 16 professionals from the Center for Social Work (CSW) in Leskovac. It was found that children of incarcerated parents have behavioural and social relationship problems. The experiences of visitation with incarcerated parents are stressful for these children. The majority of their guardians have a negative attitude towards visitation with incarcerated parents. CSW professionals do not implement measures and services specifically tailored to the problem of these children because they are lacking in the welfare system. It is necessary to develop and implement such measures in collaboration with the criminal justice system.

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Hearing Children’s Voices in Studies of Familial Incarceration: Experiences from a Canadian Study

Cited by 2 publications

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A Child Rights Perspective on Babies Behind Bars: An analysis of two different narratives and their outcomes

A Child Rights Perspective on Babies Behind Bars: An analysis of two different narratives and their outcomes

Problem of children of incarcerated parents and their position in social welfare

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