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Many Black Nova Scotians don’t trust the police and the justice system. You may worry that reporting abuse will mean your partner or ex will face racism from police and the justice system. You may also worry that reporting abuse will lead to stereotypes that Black men are violent.

You may fear that if you report abuse and try to get help, you will have to leave your community and family.

Black, Indigenous, and African Nova Scotian people may have intersecting identities and experiences. They experience racism, colonialism, and other forms of discrimination in our legal system.

Racist child protection policies have harmed African Nova Scotian children and families in the past. African Nova Scotian children are more likely to be placed in foster care than other children. 

But you are not alone. You can find help to make sure you and your children are okay.

To learn more about child protection and your rights, go to the Child Protection section.