Proceedings of the Conference On the Care of Dependent Children Held at Washington, D. C., January 25, 26, 1909: Special Message of the President of U (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781141539277)

This volume contains the proceedings of the Conference on the Care of Dependent Children, held in Washington, D.C., on January 25-26, 1909. It includes a special message from the President of the United States recommending legislation based on the conference's findings. The conference brought together experts and advocates to discuss and formulate strategies for improving the lives of dependent children.

The discussions cover a range of topics related to child welfare, including foster care, adoption, institutional care, and the importance of family preservation. It provides a valuable snapshot of the prevailing attitudes and approaches to child welfare at the beginning of the 20th century. As a historical document, it offers insights into the evolution of social work and child protection policies in the United States, making it an essential resource for historians, social workers, and anyone interested in the history of child welfare.

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