Social Media

Social media sites such as Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram have exploded in popularity in recent years. The information that people share on these sites, and the accessibility of that information to the public at large, has significant implications for all of us. This is especially true for people who are connected to child welfare - including teenagers, birth parents, adoptive parents, and social workers.

The Child Welfare Information Gateway has developed a comprehensive guide detailing opportunities and challenges related to the social media landscape. They have also collected resources to help workers and families make safe, effective use of social media.

• If you are child welfare professional looking for social media tips, click here.
  
  
• If you are a foster parent looking for social media tips, click here.
  
  
• If you are a young person looking for social media tips, or if you are looking for this information on behalf of a youth in care, click here.