To Foster Change

To Foster Change is a social impact initiative of PBS Socal aimed at changing the realities and life outcomes of Southern California's foster youth.

[To Foster Change @ToFosterChange]

To get a glimpse of what 2020 looked like for SoCal's former foster youths, we asked them to share their year in pictures📸. Take a look at the images they took here ⬇️
https://t.co/I0JUKEoQz9

[To Foster Change @ToFosterChange]

Genesis became unhoused after juggling school, work & life for a few years. After finding the courage to contact an agency that supported her in finding housing, she felt safe & began to focus on her growth again. Listen to Genesis share her story here ⬇️
https://t.co/WRZrCq0Qxv

[To Foster Change @ToFosterChange]

In this video, Brittanie discusses how she wondered how she could be a mother when she didn’t grow up with a mother herself. She also shares how she feared that her child would fall into the system. Watch here ⬇️

https://t.co/Tc1mtqgTzv

[To Foster Change @ToFosterChange]

School was never a priority for Ashley. It wasn’t until a high school teacher inspired her that she believed she could be the first in her family to attend college. Listen to Ashley share her education story.
https://t.co/tc4QPNWTfT

[To Foster Change @ToFosterChange]

Amber, like 90% of foster youth who want a job, faced trouble securing employment. She found a program that offers job training and sets up job interviews for foster youth. In this clip, she shares how she found stability and confidence. Watch here ⬇️

https://t.co/D6oUyAoJAH

[To Foster Change @ToFosterChange]

Learn about some organizations and programs created specifically to meet the unique needs of current or former foster youth.

https://t.co/C0Wc9Mbsd1

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Current and former foster youth are encouraged to enter by submitting photos that answer: What has 2020 meant for you? For tips & to access the submission form click here: https://t.co/qAyZe6W5rL

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To Foster Change is accepting submissions to be featured in our virtual photo gallery! 📸 (Deadline to submit photographs is 12/7 at 11:59pm)

[To Foster Change @ToFosterChange]

To Foster Change’s annual Photo Gallery is going virtual this year! 📸 Current and former foster youth are encouraged to enter by submitting photos that answer: What has 2020 meant for you? For tips and to access the submission form click here: https://t.co/qAyZe6W5rL

[To Foster Change @ToFosterChange]

In honor of #NationalAdoptionDay we wanted to revisit one of our favorite adoption stories.

[Alliance for Children's Rights @KidAlliance]

While this #NationalAdoptionDay may look different this year, one thing remains true—young people deserve to find love + stability in a family, and we are committed to supporting them on that path to permanency. Join us for the kick-off celebration! https://t.co/hqPt5UACAk

[To Foster Change @ToFosterChange]

Today (Aug. 20) the @NFYInstitute will host Representatives Danny Davis and Jackie Walorski for a virtual Town Hall to discuss the newly introduced: Supporting Foster Youth and Families through the Pandemic Act.

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The @UCLAPritzker Center is hosting community talks via Zoom that explore a range of topics impacting families due to COVID-19.

For more information: https://t.co/Ei7adl2vj7

[LA County Dept. of Children and Family Services @lacountydcfs]

#FosterCareMonth is another opportunity to challenge stereotypes about young people who experience foster care during their lifetime. Just like any other young person, they have dreams and just need the guidance to achieve them. Meet Jessie: https://t.co/pqq7h3EmvO @PBSSoCal

[To Foster Change @ToFosterChange]

"Night Walker" is a film by Reeves, a former foster youth who is passionate about screenwriting and photography. In his film, Reeves shares a poetic and hopeful take on a life lived in the middle. Watch it here ⬇️
https://t.co/RAT9E4WIhX

[To Foster Change @ToFosterChange]

A few months ago, young adults from the foster care system were paired with entertainment professionals to help bring to life short films from their experiences. Joshua Elizondo, one of the participants, shares his experiences throughout the process.
https://t.co/pWLGvztrxn

[To Foster Change @ToFosterChange]

In this documentary, Josh shares his experience of losing all his original footage, which he says is something that reminds him of the uncertainty he experienced in foster care. He also shares his story, goals and his journey to L.A. #YouthVoices
https://t.co/mViAmBnnzQ

[To Foster Change @ToFosterChange]

In an effort to ensure limited disruption to California students' educations while public schools are closed due to COVID-19, @kcet and @pbssocal in partnership with @laschools have announced a plan to provide resources for learning at home. Learn more: https://t.co/CG6eNw9dm3

[To Foster Change @ToFosterChange]

In his film "From Without to Within," Jose shares how his search for love & acceptance landed him in the juvenile justice system &, eventually, in the foster care system. Today, he is leaning on his love for learning to change his narrative. #YouthVoices
https://t.co/Vz6Fy1Eq7j

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Jaci entered the foster care system when they were 4 years old. In this video diary, they share how depression has impacted their life and show how allowing the love of others to shine through the darkness has taught them the importance of self-love. https://t.co/2xTLkdVHro