On October 23, 2013, foster care alumna and human trafficking survivor Withelma “T” Ortiz Walker Pettigrew testified before the U.S. House of Representatives’ Committee on […]
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A Foster Care Alumna’s Thoughts on Self-Care
by Shanita Didly-Goings Relief coursed through me when, at age 12, my siblings and I were taken from our uncle. But relief quickly turned to […]
Read moreYouth in care say self-care supports healthy relationships
by Megan Holmes To have healthy relationships with others, one must first have a healthy relationship with oneself. For this, safe, enjoyable practices for maintaining […]
Read moreWhat does “healthy” mean to me?Perspectives from Youth in Foster Care
In the last issue of Fostering Perspectives we asked young people in foster care, “What does being healthy mean to you?“ Here’s what they had […]
Read moreWhen I Stumbled, I Discovered My StrengthA Youth in Care Reflects on Her Diabetes Journey
by Annahi, age 14 My name is Jennifer, but I like to be called Annahi. I am 14 years old and I am diabetic and […]
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