The adultification of Black girls stems from misogynoir, leading to them being treated as older than they are and judged unfairly. In England, this issue gained attention after the Child Q case but remains underexplored, particularly for Black girls in state care. These girls often experience adultification both before entering care and from professionals within the social care system, affecting key decisions like housing. Sylvia Ikomi investigated the causes and solutions during a 2023 Churchill Fellowship in the USA, gathering insights from experts and professionals to inform potential reforms in England.