Centering Black Girlhood: Perspectives from Foster Care

Focusing specifically on the experiences of Black girls impacted by the foster care system, this presentation delves into the intersectionality of race, trauma, and foster care. 

As a result of this webinar, learners will:

• Explore the Ecological Systems Theory through the examination of healthy vs. neglectful Ecological Systems and its intersectionality to Black girls in the foster care system 
• Understand the unique challenges faced by Black girls in the foster care system at disproportionate rates, including disparities in:
  • Overrepresentation
  • Access to equitable resources
  • Placement instability and/or dual systems involvement
• Examine strategies and best practices for supporting and affirming Black girls in foster care, such as culturally affirming services, trauma-informed care, mentorship programs, and community-based interventions