This area of research in the School of Social Work examines the experiences of child welfare-involvement, workforce training, inequalities in service systems, and consequences systemic inequality on children, and families.
Professor and Associate Dean for Faculty and Academic Affairs
UGA Athletic Association Professor in Health and Well-Being
Director, Northern Ireland Studies Abroad Program
Georgia Athletics Association Endowed Professor of Human Trafficking Implementation Research
Director, Center on Human Trafficking Research & Outreach (CenHTRO)
May 15, 2025
Federal or statewide policies that help families in economic crises could dramatically reduce the rate of child abuse and neglect, according to a new study from assistant professor Liwei Zhang.
April 3, 2024
To kickoff National Child Abuse Prevention Month, the UGA Child Welfare Stipend Program team is releasing their first video series titled, “Trauma-Informed Services for Child Welfare.” This 15-part interview series with UGA alumni, professors, and current students outlines different treatment modalities for people who may have experienced some trauma, or issues related to maltreatment. These […]
March 26, 2024
National Child Abuse Prevention Month is an annual observance in the United States dedicated to raising awareness about child abuse and neglect and promoting strategies to prevent it. This month serves as a time to educate communities, families, and individuals about the importance of supporting children’s safety, well-being, and development. It also provides an opportunity […]
