Conversational Democracy: A Microsociological Look at Children’s Initiatives in Child and Family Social Work Dialogues

Children who experience violence, adversity, or other forms of injustice often suffer in silence, hidden behind closed doors or silenced by fear and shame. To activate meaningful support systems, these experiences bust be brought to light and made visible to those in a position to help. When children interact with professionals who could provide support, their voices frequently encounter institutional barriers. Despite good intentions, professionals often work within the constraints of tight schedules and predetermined agendas. While such structures serve...