Dr. Geoffrey Pawson
With profound sadness we announce the passing of Dr. Geoffrey Pawson on January 30, 2012. Husband to Barbara for 50 years; Father to Jane (David) Loblaw, Gord (Lori) Pawson, David Pawson, and Kate (Scott) Langen. He was an extremely proud Granddad to Rachel, Sydney and Chloe Langen and Demira and Darian Pawson. Brother to David (Doreen) Pawson and Lloyd (Angie) Pawson; brother-in-law to Roger & Vicki Hardage and Ann & Jim Stevens; and their families. Geoff is the founder of the Ranch Ehrlo Society and former Ehrlo Community Services. He was only 27 years of age when he opened the first group home with 6 youth. The agency has grown to currently serving 250 youth and families across Saskatchewan and Canada. There have been thousands of graduates of the program, many of whom continued to maintain contact. He received many honours throughout his career such as the Order of Canada in 2000, the Saskatchewan Order of Merit in 2001, the Family Service Canada Award in 2003, and an Honourary Doctorate of Law from the University of Regina in 2005. Geoff was an inspirational leader who had a tremendous impact at the local, provincial, national and international level for his unwavering commitment to youth. He had a gifted ability to create change, overcome obstacles, and challenge the status quo. He was a master problem-solver and visionary who was respected by his colleagues, employees, community, friends and family. Although Geoff will be profoundly missed, he has left a remarkable legacy. His mission and vision will live on at Ranch Ehrlo, as he laid a solid foundation to continue to improve upon meeting the needs and filling gaps for the most vulnerable members of our society. He truly left the world a better place. Donations can be made in Geoff's honor to the Dr. Geoffrey Pawson Education Scholarship. The purpose of this scholarship is to enable present and/or former residents of the Ranch Ehrlo Society and other deserving individuals to continue with Post-secondary and apprenticeship training. The focus is to improve the likelihood of long-term and continuous employment in the future of the recipients. A Memorial will be held on Friday February 17, 2012 at 7 pm at the Radisson Plaza Hotel Saskatchewan in the Grand Ballroom. An online book of condolences can be accessed at www.Ehrlo.com, as well as www.Facebook.com/RanchEhrlo. This is a wonderful way for the family to stay connected as they have yet to be able to return from Tucson AZ.
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"Perceived Social Norms, Expectations, and Attitudes toward Corporal Punishment among an Urban Community Sample of Parents"
Despite the fact that corporal punishment (CP) is a significant risk factor for increased aggression in children, child physical abuse victimization, and other poor outcomes, approval of CP remains high in the United States. The Theory of Planned Behavior suggests that parents’ perceived injunctive and descriptive social norms and expectations regarding CP use might be linked with CP attitudes and behavior. (Full Article)
Authors: Catherine A. Taylor, Lauren Hamvas, Janet Rice, Denise L. Newman, and William DeJong
"A Full and Candid Account" - Using Special Accommodations and Testimonial Aids to Facilitate the Testimony of Children
These seven concise handbooks help prosecutors, victim-support workers, judges and others understand and meet the needs of children who testify in court. All seven handbooks are available to download.
Aboriginal Peoples Survey, 2006: Inuit Health and Social Conditions
This report focuses on selected social determinants of Inuit1 health. Information on health status is provided through data on self-reported health and chronic conditions. Determinants such as access to health care, education, housing, harvesting and country food consumption are examined.
An examination of multi-jurisdictional child protection systems in the UK, Ireland, Canada and the USA
This report contains ideas and recommendations for enhancing Australia’s emerging national child protection system in the light of experiences in four countries - the United Kingdom (England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland), the Republic of Ireland, Canada and the United States of America. The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) was also visited in New York to gain an appreciation of the UN system’s global response on child protection.
**CWLC was a key information for the Canadian portion of this report.**
An Overview of the Child Welfare Systems in Canada
Overview of Canada's child welfare system from one part of the country to another. Systems are currently structured to respond to reports of child maltreatment but are generally not well-funded to take action in preventative measures.
BC Children and Youth Review Report by Hon. Ted Hughes
A retired judge, the Honourable Ted Hughes, was appointed to review the BC child protection system, after calls from the political opposition. The public pressure came as a result of the treatment of a few high-profile child deaths. The 172-page report outlined 62 recommendations, one of which is the return of a childrenís commissioner, who would oversee the child protection system, review childrenís deaths and advocate for improved services.† The BC government has since announced that it plans to implement all 62 recommendations made concerning the provinceís child protection system. More information is also available at the British Columbia's Ministry of Child and Family website.
Best Interests of the Child: Meaning and Application in Canada
The goal of this report is better understanding of the principle of the Best Interests of the Child and more effective application in Canada. It is part of the larger goal to achieve full implementation of the Convention on the Rights of the Child.
Building a Future Together: Issues and Outcomes for Transitioned-Aged Youth
This report proposes a comprehensive and evidence- based framework as the basis for our planning and work with youth in care. It includes the most up-to- date survey information on programs and services in Canada, as well as national and international best practice models. As this issue is a pressing one which affects a growing number of youth in Canada, it is important to address the needs of this vulnerable population now so that their futures will be as bright and successful and possible. We hope that this report will serve as a catalyst for continuing change. The report can be downloaded free of charge from the Centre of Excellence of Child Welfare's website.
Building Community Capacity for the Health and Well-Being of Children: A Framework for Action
The video documents a three-year project in a low- income neighbourhood in Newfoundland. Through interviews with residents, the project facilitator and key service providers, the video demonstrates that Community Capacity Building does indeed protect children and create safer families and communities. To order, contact Dr Ken Barter at kbarter@mun.ca.
