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Protecting the Rights and Providing Appropriate Services to LGBTQIA2S+ Youth
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All youth deserve to feel safe and free from discrimination and have access to the care they need.
Protecting the Rights and Providing Appropriate Services to LGBTQIA2S+ Youth in Out-of-Home Care reviews state laws and policies to reduce the negative experiences of youth in care.
Honor Pride Month by learning more about the legal rights of LGBTQIA2S+ (lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, questioning, intersex, asexual, Two-Spirit, or other gender or sexual identity) youth in foster care.
Learn about placement considerations and caregiver qualifications that help LGBTQIA2S+ youth stay safe and cared for.
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Did you enjoy the National Foster Care Month campaign? Were the resources and outreach tools available on the website useful? We want to hear your thoughts! Please take a few minutes to complete our short survey. Your feedback is valuable and helps us improve every year.
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Are you looking for another tool for child maltreatment investigations? This updated factsheet can help you better understand how forensic interviewing works and how it can affect child welfare practice.
Learn about the importance of supporting children before, during, and after the interview process.
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June is National Reunification Month!
Making reunification the primary goal of out-of-home care requires child welfare agencies to execute intensive, family-centered services to support a safe and stable family. Listen to a thought-provoking conversation among child welfare professionals as they discuss the current reality of reunification and address critical topics such as data insights, government initiatives, racial inequities, and shifting mindsets within local agencies and communities.
Explore this resource collection for a deeper look into successful strategies for partnering with birth parents and relatives. Find plans, tips, and tools to engage children and families during reunification.
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Resource Roundup
June is Pride Month! Youth who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, questioning, intersex, asexual, Two-Spirit, or other gender or sexual identity (LGBTQIA2S+) are overrepresented in the child welfare system and face additional complex challenges beyond those typically associated with adolescence and involvement in the child welfare system. This can include discrimination and threats to their physical and emotional well-being. Therefore, it's essential for child welfare professionals to understand how to strengthen protective factors and effectively work with this population.
Take time this month to reflect on how your agency is working to support LGBTQIA2S+ youth and their families. Through affirming and considerate support, we can improve the well-being and safety of this intersectional population.
Embrace the spirit of Pride Month by reading and sharing these resources to create safe, supportive, and inclusive spaces for LGBTQIA2S+ youth.
Find additional information on this webpage on how to effectively support LGBTQIA2S+ youth in the child welfare system and help them access mental health resources .
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Did You Know?
Did you know that we are now on LinkedIn? As a leading resource for information and tools to support the safety, permanency, and well-being of children and families, we're excited to expand our social media presence and connect with child welfare and related professionals on this platform.
Follow Child Welfare Information Gateway to stay connected to updates on child welfare topics, including the latest news, research, and best practices. You'll also gain access to training and technical assistance opportunities and have a space to engage with other professionals in child welfare. Our expansion to LinkedIn will allow you to share your insights and experiences in child welfare, connect with others who share your passion for supporting children and families, and help us build a strong and supportive community of advocates.
Follow us on LinkedIn today and be a part of the conversation!
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