Shanita Dildy-Goings I was born into care, adopted twice, had my name changed three times, graduated high school, and decided to do it all over […]
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Keeping Children and Youth Connected to their Culture While in Care
By Vanessa Hill, MA Culture is the norms, values, and beliefs a group of people share. A family is a group of people aligned by […]
Read moreThe Role of the Guardian ad Litem in Child Welfare
By Melissa Love, MA What does child advocacy look like? When the Department of Social Services (DSS) files a petition in court alleging that a […]
Read moreNurturing Reunited Families: The Journey of Fostering After Reunification
By Tatenda Perry, MSW, LCSW Fostering a child is a noble and rewarding endeavor that often leads to profound bonds formed between foster parents and […]
Read moreA readers asks…Can you provide additional information regarding the Youth and Young Adult Strategic Planning Sessions?
The John H. Chafee Foster Care Independence Program, known as LINKS in North Carolina, assists current and former eligible foster care youth and young adults […]
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