Professor William Schneider explores the link between poverty and neglect in his new op-ed for The Imprint, “Poverty, Neglect, and Finding the Right Answers.” In it, he challenges traditional thinking about poverty-related neglect and urges policymakers and child welfare professionals to consider how poverty limits parenting choices and contributes to neglect.

Schneider advocates for stronger prevention efforts and the inclusion of economic supports like cash assistance in child welfare policy. His message is clear: supporting families through poverty-alleviating measures is both effective and necessary.

The piece is co-signed by over 20 scholars from leading institutions, reflecting broad support for this research-based approach to reform.