Summary:
In this episode of Kids at Risk Action, hosts Emma and Michael discuss the heartbreaking case of five-month-old Aaliya Goodwin, who died of positional asphyxia while under the care of her drug-abusing parents. Despite multiple reports of neglect, substance abuse, and unsafe conditions, Aaliya remained in the home due to systemic failures in Minnesota’s child protection system. The hosts highlight two key issues: lenient chronic neglect policies that give parents multiple chances despite clear risks, and the prioritization of family reunification over child safety. They call for mandatory statewide guidelines for handling chronic neglect cases and a stronger focus on the safety of vulnerable infants and toddlers. The episode urges listeners to advocate for policy changes and take action to protect at-risk children.
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Kids at Risk Action: Aaliya Goodwins death & Why From Safe Passage For Children Investigation
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