Child Protection: Foundations, Frameworks, and Developmental Dynamics is an authoritative and comprehensive resource for understanding the evolving landscape of child safeguarding. Bridging academic scholarship with practical application, this book examines child protection through legal, developmental, psychological, and cross-cultural perspectives.
From the historical roots of child welfare to the urgent challenges of the digital era, Christina R. Shimba presents a nuanced exploration of the systems, policies, and frameworks that shape children's safety and well-being. The volume delves into key topics including developmental psychology, trauma, institutional care, cultural influences, and global child rights. With an emphasis on holistic, multidisciplinary approaches, this book provides essential tools for prevention, early intervention, and advocacy.
Perfect for practitioners, educators, students, and policymakers, Child Protection: Foundations, Frameworks, and Developmental Dynamics offers critical insights, evidence-based strategies, and practical guidance for those committed to advancing justice, equity, and empowerment for every child.
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Christina R. Shimba
Christina R. Shimba is an accomplished academic and leadership development expert, currently pursuing a PhD in Gender Studies at the University of KwaZulu-Natal (UKZN), South Africa. With a solid academic foundation in Sociology and Human Resource Management, she brings over sixteen years of experience in higher education, executive coaching, organizational consultancy, and community empowerment.
Renowned for her interdisciplinary expertise in gender, leadership, and human capital development, Christina's contributions span the realms of academia, corporate development, and grassroots initiatives. Her work is anchored in a commitment to inclusive leadership, mentoring emerging leaders, and advancing gender equity through transformative education and participatory engagement.
She continues to shape discourse and practice through her research, capacity-building initiatives, and leadership training, particularly within African development contexts. Her work reflects a vision for empowering communities to chart their own paths toward justice, equity, and sustainable development.