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How to Fix Risk Assessment in Child Welfare

Statecraft

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Navigating Algorithmic Bias in Child Welfare

This chapter explores the evolution of the Allegheny family screening tool and addresses initial concerns about algorithmic bias. It highlights the tool's success in reducing disparities and emphasizes the importance of ethical considerations and community engagement in its development. The discussion underscores the need for objective metrics in decision-making processes, focusing on the complexities of implementing predictive risk assessment tools in child welfare.

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