Category: Foster Youth
Q&A: Centering the college aspirations of foster youth
As California expands services needed to grow the number of foster youth enrolling in college, more work is needed to […]
July 10, 2024
‘No place like this.’ L.A. home helps young adults live beyond survival mode
The Dunamis House in Boyle Heights is owned and operated by Los Angeles Room & Board. Credit: Los Angeles County […]
April 17, 2024
Homeless youth advocates call for dedicated state funding, local flexibility
Credit: Alison Yin / EdSource Advocates are calling for $13 million in dedicated state funding and for the adoption of […]
March 20, 2024
California’s Youth Job Corps offers a second chance at career, higher education
Rubicon Landscape Group, which has a community beautification program in the city of Richmond, hires California Volunteers’ Youth Job Corps […]
February 26, 2024
Advocates warn against cutting housing subsidy for former foster youth
Jovenes Inc., a Los Angeles-based organization, supports transition-age youth in accessing housing. Credit: Courtesy of Jovenes Inc. The lack of […]
February 14, 2024