User‐Centred Design in Child Welfare: Importance of an Anti‐Racism Lens

ABSTRACT Meaningful engagement of marginalised individuals and communities in formulating government decisions impacting them is beneficial for the whole society. This is especially important for government decisions impacting the child welfare system in Ontario, where Black children and youth are at a higher risk of poor outcomes. However, existing public engagement practices, including user‐centred design initiatives, present significant …