Abstract
Purpose
This study examined the effect of privatization policy on the issue of racial disparity in the child welfare system.
Method
Specific outcomes for N = 118,761 foster children across 10 states were compared to determine if the state system type [privatized vs. non-privatized] had any influence on disparities in outcomes by race.
Results
A main effect emerged for race and in the interactions between system type and race.
Discussion
The extent of disparity for children of color in foster care was supported, but for some outcomes, both groups fared better in privatized systems.