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Building Community: My Journey in Giving Back and Making a Difference Join me as I share my experience of being a part of a team that prioritized giving back and making a positive impact. Discover how we engaged with the community through library visits, Home Depot activities, and more. #CommunityBuilding #GivingBack #MakingADifference #YouthEngagement #BuildingCommunities #Teamwork #CommunityInvolvement #PositiveImpact #InspiringYouth #MakingMemories

"As a youth in foster care, you never know where you'll end up or how you'll end up. But now, with [The Foundling's] support, I have a safe space to lay my head," shared Venessa, who is a current resident in our Supportive Housing program. To learn more about how The Foundling partners with people like Venessa, read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/d77vd6HR

Adults with learning difficulties are being moved out of their homes against their wills - with some ending up in secure accommodation. Around forty "villages" have been shut down over the past few years and many residents face problems finding suitable housing. Campaigners say adults with learning difficulties and their families are not being listened to. In this conversation, journalist Angela Walker speaks with Ron Brown from the charity Our Life, Our Choice about the pressing need for more choice and better accommodation options for adults with learning disabilities. They discuss the challenges faced by individuals in finding suitable living arrangements, the role of regulatory bodies, and the importance of advocacy and community involvement in ensuring that the voices of those affected are heard. Full link in comments.

🌟 We are inspired by the power of small acts of love to create big change. Atlanta Angels is proof that when we work together, we can transform lives. Join us in supporting foster care communities and making a lasting impact on the lives of children, youth, and families. 💖🤝🌈 For more information on how you can get involved and make a difference, check out the first comment! #SupportFosterCare #MakeADifference #IntentionalGiving #TransformingLives #AtlantaAngels

50% of foster kids are in 5% of U.S. counties. While children of all races are affected by the foster care system, Black children are disproportionately represented and face significant disparities in treatment and outcomes. These children are at a higher risk for negative outcomes later in life due to systemic issues and societal factors. Our Empower Every Community initiative focuses on addressing these critical issues by empowering local churches to take meaningful action. Churches, deeply embedded in their communities and trusted by their members, are uniquely positioned to help reverse racial disproportionality and improve outcomes for all families. Through research, we’ve identified 2,009 “Crux Codes”—specific zip codes where local churches can have a transformative impact. By leveraging the trust and relationships these churches have, we aim to reduce the number of children entering foster care and strengthen families through community-based Care-Sharing. Together, we can address the disparities in the child welfare system and create a more equitable and supportive environment for vulnerable children and families. https://lnkd.in/gjs9CG_7

Investing in children who flourish in foster care sets the foundation for a brighter future, as they grow up to be adults driven to create positive change in the world. By supporting them today, we are paving the way for a better tomorrow that benefits all. https://lnkd.in/e_ft-nTD

This year we caught up with SWALLOW Community Cafe, Radstock to find out how they used their grant from the #BWCEFund to make information about saving energy accessible to people with learning disabilities, particularly critical to bring down the cost of bills during the cost-of-living crisis. https://buff.ly/4izuDJl

It can take some time for children to feel at home in a new place. It can help to remind children that they matter, and that they are important, and that they are not alone. Here are some things you might consider telling children often: • I’m listening. It is brave to ask for help. • You are an important part of your new community. • The sad or scary things that happened before are not your fault. • All your feelings are okay. I can help you talk about them, so they don’t feel so big. For more ideas on what to say to children adjusting to a new place, and for more resources related to foster care and belonging, visit: https://lnkd.in/ewQRDJWG #Resources

In conversation with #AngelaWalker #SocialCare

"The Future of Foster Care – A Community and Organiational Effort" "The future of fostering requires a united effort from foster carers, community leaders, and organizations. Together, we can create a world where minority carers and children are empowered, supported, and successful. BFCA is here to help your organisation and community work together to build a brighter future for fostering. We demonstrate this with the production of our magazine The Voice of the Alliance. if you have a story or initiative to share contact us. Let’s start a conversation about how we can make an impact together. Reach out to learn more about our training services. #BlackHistoryMonth #KinshipCare #BFCA #TeamAroundTheChild #FosteringTheFuture"