Writing Contest In the most recent Fostering Perspectives writing contest we gave young people in foster care the following prompt: “Advocating for yourself means telling […]
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The Importance of Sibling Connections
By Lanitta Berry Connection is a deep bond that most can recognize and understand, no matter how different our cultures and belief systems are. For […]
Read moreHealth and Well-Being in Care: Why Holistic Support Matters for Foster Youth
By Alonya “Rocky” Jones My favorite question asked to me when I was young was, “What do you want to be when you grow up?” […]
Read moreDifferent Paths to Reunification: Kinship Care
By Titianna “Titi” Goings All stories are unique but wait until you read about how my kinship journey started and where we are today. Go […]
Read moreFrom Foster Care to Empowerment: A Personal Journey
By Carlina Shotwell I remember the night before my 18th birthday like it was yesterday. I was awake, staring at the ceiling, wondering what life […]
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