San Diego civic leaders call for more equity in local foster care system
Wednesday, a group of advocates spoke out about the changes they say are desperately needed to bring more equity to San Diego s foster care system.
and last updated 2021-05-12 20:56:11-04
SAN DIEGO (KGTV) â Wednesday, a group of advocates spoke out about the changes they say are desperately needed to bring more equity to San Diego s foster care system.
With a light blue ribbon meant to mark National Foster Care Month, civil rights activist Rev. Shane Harris said he and others will be asking the county Board of Supervisors to consider a list of proposals.
Roughly 1,600 children are in foster care in North Dakota, according to Sheila Muus, a foster care recruitment and retention specialist at the University of North Dakota.
Each May, National Foster Care Month, we take the time to raise awareness of the children and families involved in the foster care system and the need for more people to step up to support them.
Last year there were 47,913 children in in the Texas foster care system, 344 of whom were right here in CASA in the Heart of Texas’ service area – Brown, Comanche, and Mills counties. These children need support from their communities.
Children go into the foster care system when their family is in crisis. There is a common misconception that once these children are in foster care they’re safe and no further help for them is needed. This could not be further from the truth,” said Michelle Wells, Executive Director of CASA in the Heart of Texas. “Foster care is important for protecting children temporarily. It is not, however, meant to be a permanent solution.”
Courtesy of Vermont DCF Barbara Bruno runs a tight ship. As a foster care provider who feels she can best support teens and young adults, Bruno understands that for many teens in foster care, guidance and stability are key to addressing their trauma. With steady guidance and care, Bruno sees teens blossom into more confident, secure and resilient people. “They want guidelines,” she asserts. “For many of these kids, they’ve not had a lot of that. Guidelines give them security and stability they crave even if they sometimes rebel against it. I’m glad I can be here for them,” she said.
Youth golf organization to hold virtual gala
Pro Kids-First Tee, San Diego is set to host a virtual fundraising gala on June 12 that will feature former PGA Tour Pro Chris Riley and Peak Performance Consultant Dr. Jay Brunza. The virtual gala, “Always OPEN: A Celebration of Pro Kids,” will celebrate the organization’s resilience and perseverance over the past year when Pro Kids continued to provide resources, support and connection. Guests will have a virtual opportunity to hear from the organization’s leaders, the youths of Pro Kids, and these special guests. Local guests have the option of having food and wine delivered to enjoy during the event as well. Pro Kids-First Tee, San Diego was founded in 1994 by former San Diego Charger Ernie Wright with the idea that teaching underserved youths how to play golf could help develop skills needed for success in school and life. The not-for-profit agency now has locations in Oceanside and City Heights. Visit thefirstteesandiego.org