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Rogers, Justin M and Karunan, Victor
(2020).
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1177/0020872820940016
Abstract
This study examined deinstitutionalisation in Thailand. Qualitative interviews were conducted with a total of 27 child welfare practitioners and policy actors to explore their perceptions of Thai alternative care provision. Findings show that participants perceive deinstitutionalisation as a complex policy challenge. Some felt that the institutions were necessary in order to meet demand, while others felt that cultural barriers prevent a shift to family-based approaches, such as foster care. However, data suggest that it would be difficult to characterise deinstitutionalisation as a ‘wicked policy problem’ as participants were hopeful for change, citing increased family- strengthening policies alongside efforts to implement foster care.
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- Item ORO ID
- 79306
- Item Type
- Journal Item
- ISSN
- 0020-8728
- Keywords
- Child care; child welfare; foster home care; social policy; Thailand
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- Justin Rogers