by Foster Success | Oct 13, 2020 | Commentary
As Hispanic Heritage Month comes to an end, Foster Success wants to take the time to shine a light on this group of youth who often go unseen in the conversations around young adults who have experienced foster care. For Montana Lopez, this month matters...
by Foster Success | Oct 13, 2020 | Youth Engagement
Let’s Talk Voting: A Conversation with Rhea Cain This is a unique opportunity for youth, DCS workers and Foster Success staff to engage in dialogue to speak about the 2020 election, how to vote, and how to get out the vote. Register via Zoom Who This...
by Foster Success | Oct 7, 2020 | Impact
Read More For an overview of the findings and recommendations, read the summary here. For a more complete analysis of the data, disaggregating the data by race, ethnicity, gender, location, learning needs, and grade level, read the full report here. Report Summary Full...
by Foster Success | Sep 11, 2020 | Youth Engagement
Real Talk: A Conversation with Mr. Huwe Burton This is a unique opportunity for youth, DCS workers and Foster Success staff to engage in dialogue to speak about criminal justice reform, the importance of voting, and solutions to the problem of racial...
by Foster Success | Aug 13, 2020 | Commentary, Policy & Practice
Foster Success is one of 45 organizations who signed the following letter about the Supporting Foster Youth and Families through the Pandemic Act. A copy of the letter is below. Representative Danny K. Davis, Chairman Representative Jackie Walorski, Ranking Member...
by Foster Success | Aug 10, 2020 | Commentary
10. Know your plan if college/university closes Talk to your DCS Collaborative Care WorkerTalk to you IL Worker 9. Be prepared to spend much of your time in your dorm room. Understand that just because campus is open, classes may still be online! 8. All...
by Foster Success | Aug 7, 2020 | Youth Engagement
IYAB + DCS: August Virtual Town Hall Join key leadership from the Indiana Department of Child Services as we discuss important topics related to schools reopening, how to plan for the fall, and updates to services. We encourage youth to come learn, listen and ask...
by Foster Success | Aug 7, 2020 | Youth Engagement
IYAB’s purpose is to empower Indiana’s foster youth to advocate for themselves and communicate their needs and concerns effectively through increased awareness of their rights and responsibilities and increased access to the resources they need to make successful...
by Foster Success | Jun 16, 2020 | Youth Engagement
IYAB + DCS: Virtual Town Hall on the Response to COVID-19 Foster Success is hosting a virtual Town Hall with Indiana DCS and the Indiana Youth Advisory Board. This event will provide a space for older foster youth to learn about the response to new COVID-19...
