Over 50% of Black children in the U.S. are reported to Child Protective Services, but mandated reporting often harms more than it helps. It’s time to shift from: surveillance to support, stigma to strength-based care, and family separation to family preservation. The solution is mandated supporting: focus on strengths to rehumanize families, educate families on their rights, and advocate for housing, healthcare, and stability. Challenging systemic bias helps build a future where families thrive.