Family-Based Programs for Black Families
Publication Date
1-1-2026
Document Type
Contribution to a Book
Publication Title
Preventing Child Abuse Family Based Programs to Improve Resiliencies and Address Substance Use
DOI
10.1093/oso/9780197629604.003.0012
First Page
147
Last Page
153
Abstract
“Family-Based Programs for Black Families” covers programs specifically designed, or adapted, for Black families. The principles for developing or adapting interventions for Black families are: (a) recognition and acknowledgment of risk factors—including the impact of historical trauma and current experiences of racism, discrimination, and the hassles of being economically under-resourced; and (b) the unique cultural assets, strengths, and resiliencies of Black families. Family-based programs are well-positioned to engage Black families, provided they proactively address their needs and concerns, as are those that utilize racial socialization as a way to harness parental guidance and strengthen attachment relationships. Adaptations of family skills programs like The Strengthening Families Program build on an evidence-based core curriculum and enhance both surface and structural cultural components.
Keywords
attachment, Black families, child maltreatment, coping skills, discrimination, family skills, family strengths, racial socialization, racism
Department
Social Work
Recommended Citation
Edward Cohen and Joshina Cluff. "Family-Based Programs for Black Families" Preventing Child Abuse Family Based Programs to Improve Resiliencies and Address Substance Use (2026): 147-153. https://doi.org/10.1093/oso/9780197629604.003.0012
