Hear about the challenges and experiences of an adoptive family and how they created belonging, healthy development, and normal experiences.

This webinar provides an overview of the Family First Prevention Services Act provisions and strategies related to reducing reliance on congregate care.

Hear from a family about the challenges of dealing with an autism diagnosis and other issues while navigating the child welfare system.

Brandon is a 21-year-old alumnus of the foster care system. He was in the foster care system for about 10 years and serves as a foster care advocate, working in State government for the last 3 years. He feels that normal activities for all youth in foster care should include getting a driver’s license, going on out-of-State and overnight trips, and participating in sports.

Desiree is an alumna of the foster care system. She lived with the same foster care family for 14 years. She entered foster care with three of her siblings, and wants to use her experiences growing up in foster care to make a difference for those still in the system.

Watch as Amnoni relates her experience in the foster car system, including her struggles and quest for stability and normalcy.

Hear Raven's foster care story, the challenges of being separated from her brother, and the value of support.

Learn how Daryle reconnected with this Tribe after being separated from his cultural background in foster care.

Hear how Cortez, and adoptee, overcame his struggles to build an identity in a changing environment.