Abstract
ABSTRACT This study explores trust-building between child welfare professionals and children aged 7–12 in Norwegian in-home support unit. Through ethnographic fieldwork with 13 professionals and 12 children, alongside interviews with eight professionals, the study reveals children’s active role in assessing trustworthiness and negotiating power dynamics through dialogue. The findings show that professionals must prioritize building trust through informal, activity-based interactions, which help bridge communication gaps and enhance children’s self-esteem. The importance of reciprocity in the trust-building process is emphasized. This study highlights the value of empathetic, child-centered practices in fostering trust and collaboration within child welfare.
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