Lacey Jenkins

Lacey Jenkins (she/her/hers), MSW, is a PhD candidate at the University of Texas at Arlington School of Social Work. Lacey holds a bachelor’s degree in social work from Texas Christian University and a master’s in social work from the University of Denver. As a licensed social worker in Colorado, Lacey practiced as a caseworker for the Colorado child welfare system, an elementary school social worker, and a case manager for foster-to-adopt families. Lacey’s research interests are based on her practice experience with children and families. She aspires for her research to contribute to the practice that provides the most effective prevention strategies, specifically aimed at preventing child maltreatment. By empowering communities to address families' needs proactively, her work aims to strengthen overall family well-being.