America is a country in transition. Immigration is reshaping and enriching almost every part of our society. But this demographic change is also having a profound effect on our child welfare system. Child welfare agencies and researchers must understand the changes taking place and begin to address the unique challenges and opportunities they present.

The fact sheet presents statistics representing some of the unique challenges and opportunities that immigration currently provides for child welfare systems. 

This publication was created by Casey Family Programs, Marguerite Casey Foundation and the Annie E. Casey Foundation.