New report IDs challenges for young adults transitioning out of child welfare system
A new report from Connecticut Voices for Children examines the hurdles facing young adults transitioning out of the child welfare system in our state, including "obstacles in employment, education, and housing." This hour, we hear from the report's co-author and Connecticut Voices Research & Policy Director Dr. Lauren Ruth, as well as Dr. Linda Dixon, Administrator for Transitional Supports and Success at the Connecticut Department of Children and Families.
Plus, SUN Scholars is a local non-profit led by former foster and adopted youth that's focused on improving education equity. The Center…
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