The Foster Care Research Center is the scientific research initiative of Centro Studi Affido, an Italian non-profit organisation committed to promoting children’s rights, family-based care, and the well-being of children, young people, and families.
The Center brings together academics, researchers, and professionals from different disciplines, including social work, pedagogy, psychology, sociology, and social policy.
Through empirical studies, interdisciplinary collaboration, and international scientific exchange, we seek to advance knowledge on foster care, child protection, alternative care, and transitions to adulthood.
Our work connects scientific research with professional practice and public policy, promoting evidence-informed approaches to strengthening child and family welfare systems.
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