Foster Youth Awareness Month.
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Overview
This resolution designates the month of May 2026 as Foster Youth Awareness Month in California. It acknowledges the challenges faced by foster youth, including high rates of homelessness, educational disparities, and adverse childhood experiences. The resolution recognizes the vital roles of foster families, kinship families, and various organizations supporting these youth, and highlights their resilience and contributions to the state. It also references California’s efforts to improve outcomes for foster youth through tiered rate structures and a comprehensive behavioral health system.
Key provisions
- Designates May 2026 as Foster Youth Awareness Month.
- Recognizes the challenges faced by foster youth, such as homelessness and educational disparities.
- Acknowledges the importance of foster families, kinship families, and support organizations.
- Highlights the resilience and contributions of foster youth.
- References California’s tiered rate structure for improving foster care outcomes.
- Mentions the development of a comprehensive behavioral health system for youth and families impacted by the child welfare system.
Who is affected
- Foster youth
- Former foster youth
- Foster families
- Kinship families
- Organizations supporting foster youth
Notable changes
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