California Youth Connection and Braid Mission are pleased to announce a two week installation of Lost Childhoods, the centerpiece exhibit of the Foster Youth Museum, at San Francisco's historic Grace Cathedral. Lost Childhoods presents photos, objects, videos, art, and writing to tell stories of loss and powerlessness, resilience and connection. Current and former foster youth have chosen artifacts for the museum that not […]
Helping foster youth graduate college ready to thrive in the 21st century workplace, the 2015 Blueprint for Success Conference is a dynamic one-day event combining meaningful networking opportunities with in-depth workshops presented by professionals with a passion and aptitude for supporting foster youth. There is also a pre-conference networking reception: Monday, October 26, 2015, 5:00 […]
The 12th Annual National Native American “Fatherhood Is Leadership” Conference is a platform for participants to discuss challenges and advancements relating to fatherhood and families.
When: Wednesday, November 4th at 10am-11:30am PST Registration: $25 (free for subscribers to The Imprint and/or Inside Philanthropy) Led by: Kiersten Marek, LICSW. Marek is a clinical social worker in Rhode Island, and a Senior Editor for Los Angeles-based Inside Philanthropy, where she writes about economic and social philanthropy. Presenters will include: Pamela Shifman, Executive Director of the […]
Improving the health, safety, and well-being of gay, lesbian, bisexual, and transgender (GLBT) individuals. The theme for this year's event is Health and Wellness: Improving the health, safety, and well-being of gay, lesbian, bisexual, and transgender (GLBT) individuals. The topic of GLBTQIA (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Questioning, Intersex, Allies) diversity continues to demand our attention […]
Keynote speaker: Debbie B. Riley, M.S CEO of C.A.S.E.- Center for Adoption Support and Education, Maryland Topic: “Identify and the Adopted Teen: Surviving the Crucible of Adolescence” Plus 30+ Workshops on pre- and post- adoption issues
ChildFirst®is the forensic interview training program of Gundersen NCPTC. Students receive training on the ChildFirst® Forensic Interview Protocol, child development, memory and suggestibility, testifying in court, legal issues and preparing children for court. This training incorporates lecture and discussion, review of electronically recorded interviews, skill-building exercises and an interview practicum. This course is designed for […]
November 21st is National Adoption Day, however many jurisdictions are holding events on Friday, November 20th. For a list of Adoption Day activities across the country, click here. Also, Sen. Charles Grassley (R-Iowa) released this video in honor of National Adoption Day.
Despite improvements to the child welfare system like AB 12 (extended foster care), many older teens and young adults are still falling through the cracks. A panel of young people will talk about what happens when they're left to navigate on their own. Legal advocates and service providers will share findings on high rates of […]
Did you know that Super Bowl Sunday is known as the largest human trafficking event in the nation? As someone who has been working on both a macro and micro level with sexually exploited youth (CSEC), it has been on my heart to coordinate an awareness event before the Super Bowl occurs. The Red Sand Project was […]
