July Conference on Foster Care Youth and Higher Ed
2015 Bridging Success ConferenceThursday, July 23, 2015 9:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. Keynote Speaker: Maddy Day, Director of Outreach and Training – Fostering Success Michigan You are invited! Please join us for the 2015 Bridging Success Conference. At this event you will learn about the issues facing youth in foster care as they pursue higher education and how colleges can help create solutions. This conference is sponsored by the Bridging Success initiatives of the Maricopa County Community College District and Arizona State University. This free event is and will include two conference tracks: 1. For individuals working directly with youth in foster care and interested in learning how to support their educational path and success. 2. For individuals working in higher education and interested in learning about foster care and working with youth who have experienced care in successfully attaining a post-secondary degree or certificate. Click here for a map |
I Speak Change.
“My first month in the care of DCS was one of my most uncertain. New to my group home and only having met my case manager once, I had no idea I had access to legal supports when I needed help! If I had my own nifty ‘Know Your Rights’ 
poster, I could have been aware I had rights as a youth in foster care and an attorney to defend them. For the first time since my case opened, I now meet with my attorney and Guardian Ad Litem (GAL) regularly. I’m legally able to empower myself and affect my case. If you’re still unsure about your rights as a young person in care, talk to your DCS Specialist and check out our ‘Know Your Rights‘ infographic from our PDF Library!“
# Be College Ready
As a young adult, have you ever felt obtaining a college degree was not in your reach? Or, are you still in high school and busy thinking about all the other things you need to do when you turn 18 and graduate? If you answered yes, we are here to let you know that achieving your educational goals is possible and it is never too early to “Be College Ready”.
More importantly, you do not have to tackle this endeavor alone! College Success Arizona wants to see you complete college while providing you the support and resources to succeed and improve your quality of life.
College Success Arizona awards scholarships to individuals with financial challenges to enhance their ability to receive a college degree. “The professional mentoring supports we provide along with the scholarships are the key ingredient in helping our scholars persist in and graduate from college.”
In order to further support young adults educational attendance, College Success Arizona provides scholarships only to students who are part of their College Preparatory Partner Organizations. Students who meet eligibility requirements and are active members of these partner organizations will be eligible to apply for their 2016-2017 academic year scholarships.
Click here, to read more about College Success Arizona and to become a student of one of their College Preparatory Partners so you can ensure your educational road to success!
Real-Life Advocate : Frank
Learn 6 Ways To Be a Champion For Foster Youth and Young Adults.
For the month of May, to show our support for Foster Care Month, we will be highlighting young adults and sharing their experiences as an advocate for foster youth. Read Frank’s story below:
“My passion is improving the lives of others. Because of my experience on the Fostering Advocates Arizona (FAAZ) Youth Leadership Board, I decided to major in Public Policy. With a career in public service, I’ll leave Arizona a better place.”
Like many young adults on our FAAZ Youth Leadership Board, Frank wants to pave the way for future generations aging and transitioning out of foster care in Arizona.
Frank is a huge advocate of Arizona’s College Tuition Waiver. He has also participated in Opportunity Passport™ program and recently made an asset match. Read more here.
Have a story to share about how Fostering Advocates Arizona has impacted you? Join in the conversation on Facebook or comment below. #FosterCareMonth #reallifeadvocate #fostercareadvocate #youthspeakchange #fosterclub
