Jessica Pryce

About the Author

Jessica Pryce is a former child protective services caseworker turned investigative author and advocate for social justice. Drawing from her firsthand experiences navigating the complexities of foster care, she exposes the deep-seated systemic racism that disproportionately impacts Black families. In her groundbreaking work, Broken: Transforming Child Protective Services―Notes of a Former Caseworker – A Groundbreaking Investigation of Systemic Racism in Foster Care and Black Families, Pryce combines personal anecdotes with rigorous research to illuminate the flaws in the system and propose transformative reforms. Her writing bridges the gap between policy critique and human stories, urging readers to confront uncomfortable truths and champion equity in child welfare. With a background in social work and a passion for equity, Pryce continues to influence discussions on race, family, and institutional reform through her insightful commentary and ongoing advocacy.