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Summary:
In this episode of Kids at Risk Action, Emma and Daniel highlight the systemic issues of foster care in America. They focus on how foster youth struggle due to funding misallocation and harmful policies. They discuss the troubles of youth aging out of care, such as homelessness and unemployment, and the impact of trauma on these children’s ability to succeed. The hosts call for greater transparency Child Protection and Foster Care. This podcast shines a light on program funding, trauma-informed care, and a shift away from punitive measures to create a system that better serves vulnerable youth. KARA and our hosts, urge listeners to take action and advocate for change. Below are compiled articles and stories about foster care and Foster stories.
Podcast:
Kids at Risk Action: The War on Fosters
Changing life for Fosters will take all of us. You can start by sharing this article with people you know but most importantly, make a habit of sharing KARA podcasts and articles with your State Representative (find them in this link)
Compiled KARA articles on the topic: https://invisiblechildren.org/blog/?term=8399
Snapshot On Florida’s Child Protection System (or what’s not working)
https://invisiblechildren.org/2024/02/22/foster-care-vs-dog-care-reimbursements-2/
Child Placement Crisis (best article ever – thank you Child Welfare Monitor)
https://invisiblechildren.org/2023/09/02/happy-grandparents-day-volunteering-kinship-raising-a-grandchild/
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