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Foster Youth Bill of Rights

DURATION:

15 Minutes

TRAINING TYPE:

Online

TRAINING CREDIT:

Child Welfare Training Hours, General Social Work CEUs, Foster Parent Training Hours

GREAT FOR:

DCFS Staff, Community Partners, Certified Foster Parents

About the Course

Discover the fundamental rights and protections afforded to foster youth in Louisiana with our comprehensive training on the Foster Youth Bill of Rights. This engaging course offers a deeper understanding of the legal framework surrounding foster youth. Whether you?re a foster youth wanting to learn your rights, a child welfare professional, or a community partner dedicated to supporting them, this course can equip you with the knowledge and tools to navigate the system's complexities.

Objectives of course
? Acknowledge the history behind the Foster Youth Bill of Rights and its development.
? Understand the key provisions outlined in the Foster Youth Bill of Rights.
? Recognize the common challenges and issues faced by foster youth every day.
? Learn what can happen when these rights are infringed on and the correct processes through that.
? Gain insight into the importance of trauma-informed care and cultural sensitivity surrounding these young people.
? Develop skills to effectively communicate and advocate for the rights of foster youth in the child welfare system.

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