Child welfare is a broad research area that focuses on the well-being, safety, and protection of children in various contexts, including families, schools, and communities. Research in child welfare often explores issues such as child abuse and neglect, foster care, adoption, child protective services, and child advocacy. This area of research aims to understand and address the social, emotional, physical, and developmental needs of children, as well as to identify and implement effective interventions and support services to ensure the overall well-being of children. Child welfare research often involves interdisciplinary collaboration among social workers, psychologists, educators, healthcare professionals, policymakers, and other stakeholders in order to improve outcomes for children and families.