Child Advocates, Inc.’s Post

What We Know About LGBTQ+ Children & Youth in Foster Care Historically, the needs of LGBTQ+ youth in child welfare systems have mostly not been addressed or, worse, have been invisible to those charged with caring for them. Caregivers who have provided LGBTQ+-affirming living environments have often been deemed to be enabling of this "deviance," and children have been removed from their homes as a result. Firsthand accounts have underpinned the historical understanding of the issues and the experiences faced by LGBTQ+ youth in child welfare systems. These historical accounts provide insight into social workers' discriminatory attitudes and beliefs in seeing LGBTQ+ youth as "deviant" or sinful. These stigmatizing beliefs and the subsequent administrative actions punished caregivers for being open about their identities and beliefs. Such practices led to the marginalization of this population based on exclusionary placement practices. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/eVk8vtSh #youth #helpkids #fostercare #yatom #vulnerable #kidsatrisk #lgbtq #lgbtqia #lgbtqrights #lgbtqright #lgbtqrightspride #LGBTQRightsAreHumanRights #lgbtqrightsarehumanrights

We know that every child deserves safety, stability and love. 🌈We also know that LGBTQ+ youth enter the child welfare system for the same reasons that other youth enter care: their biological families are unable to provide a safe, stable, and nurturing home for them, both for reasons unrelated to the youth’s self-expression and sometimes for reasons tied to rejection of a child’s identity. The good news is that with foster and adoptive parents who acknowledge, respect and support our LGBTQ+ youth in ways that nurture their health, safety and growth, these young people can develop the strength and self-confidence to become successful adults. But to do that, Family Support Services needs affirming foster and adoptive parents – like you! 💙 Learn more about fostering with FSS at https://lnkd.in/ePeeDJfh. You can find resources to support LGBTQ+ youth at https://lnkd.in/ea-6qkzm #EveryChildDeservesLove #supportingfamilies #fosteringcare #lovemakesafamily #pridemonth #lgbtqia #supportyouthservices #fosteryouthvoices

Did you know? #Transgender adults are much more likely to identify as #Disabled than cisgender adults. The Human Rights Campaign analyzed the disability core questions in the 2020 Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System (BRFSS), a nationally a nationally representative survey of adults across the United States, and found that 52% of trans adults self-reported having a disability, compared with 35% of cisgender, LGBQ+ adults. It's crucial that both disability services providers and LGBTQ+ services providers are ready to address the needs of #DisabledAndQueer individuals. Learn more from the Human Rights Campaign here: https://lnkd.in/gdsbcP78 #AccessibleSexualHealth #LGBTQ #PeopleWithDisabilities #DisabilityJustice #LGBTQJustice #LGBTQRights #TransRights #PrideMonth2024

Homophobic Gestures are Discrimination Our Equality work extends beyond disability rights into other Protected Characteristics. As one of the UK’s leading equality lawyers, Chris Fry reflects on a little known case he won almost 10 years ago which has the potential to advance rights in the LGBTQ community as well as disability. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/d8885kUa #disabilityrights #lawsociety #InspireLegalGroup #Tomorrow #LegalInnovation #ChangeInLaw #LegalTech #LegalRebels

Celebrating LGBTQ+ Allies in the Disability Community At the intersection of two remarkable communities, we shine a light on extraordinary individuals who stand strong as allies for both the LGBTQ+ and disability communities. Let's honor those who champion inclusivity and advocate for equal rights for all. Share your own ally story or tag someone who deserves recognition as an LGBTQ+ advocate within the disability community. Let's keep the spirit of inclusion alive and build a world where everyone's unique identity is celebrated. #LGBTQAllies #DisabilityCommunity #InclusivityMatters #CelebrateDiversity #Allyship #ChampionForEquality #InspiringStories #TogetherWeRise #LoveIsLove #EmbraceDifferences #StandWithPride #LGBTQAllies #DisabilityCommunity #InclusivityMatters #SupportEquality #LGBTQRights #DisabilityAdvocacy #IntersectionalAllies #InclusiveWEN #DiversityChampions #AdvocatingTogether #AllyshipInAction #LGBTQInclusion #DisabilitySupport #WENforAllies #EmpowerLGBTQ #DisabilityRights #AllyshipSpotlight #EqualityInAction #DiverseCommunities #UniteForInclusion

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🌈 LGBTQ+ Adoption & Fostering Week 2024 🌈 From March 4th, we celebrate a week that’s close to our hearts: LGBTQ+ Adoption & Fostering Week. 🏳️🌈 🌟 Different Together: This year’s campaign focuses on encouraging more LGBTQ+ individuals, especially those from diverse ethnic backgrounds, to consider adopting or fostering children. Let’s create loving homes where every child feels seen, accepted, and cherished. 🌟 🤝 How Can You Make a Difference? Become a Foster Carer: If you’re passionate about supporting young lives, consider becoming a foster parent. It’s about more than providing shelter—it’s about nurturing, guiding, and empowering. You don’t need to own your home, but having a spare bedroom is usually required. 🏡 Let’s build a world where every child finds their forever home, regardless of who they are or whom they love. ❤️🌟 #LGBTQAdoption #FosterCare #LoveKnowsNoLabels #LGBTQFamilies

Nearly two thirds of trans people report that waiting for transition related care has had a negative impact on their personal relationships. Our Transition Access Survey is a report on more than 1,000 trans people's experiences of accessing (and trying to access) transition related care in the UK, detailing impacts on physical and mental health, relationships, the prevalence of self-medication and more. Read the survey here https://lnkd.in/dXE32eXm #TransHealthcare #Trans #TransHealth #NonBinary #LGBTQ #Transgender

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