Thomas M. Crea

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Thomas M. Crea, PhD, MSW, is an Associate Professor at the School of Social Work at Boston College, where he is Chair of the MSW Global Practice Concentration and Assistant Dean of Global Programs. Dr. Crea’s research focuses on the intersections of child welfare, refugee social protection and education, and strengthening humanitarian aid and international development programs. The intent behind Dr. Crea’s work is the desire to help improve the lives of the world’s most vulnerable, in partnership with service providers and caregivers, by using research evidence to inform effective policy responses and practices.

Thomas's Work:

12.10.2018 Child's hands holding a backpack strap as they walk down a road

Health Equity
Child and Adolescent Health

Unaccompanied Immigrant Children Are Highly Vulnerable

Understanding the unique needs of unaccompanied immigrant children who have been placed in foster care is a crucial part of the US response to a deepening humanitarian crisis.

Guest Author Thomas M. Crea