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Education Advocacy Manual
While there is a special focus on the needs of foster children in the manual, the comprehensive information may be helpful to anyone who wishes to advocate for a child’s education. Included are chapters covering basic education rights, special education law, discipline, and resources for young people transitioning to adulthood. Also included is an extensive resource guide with links to Washington State and federal education law. Read More
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Foster Care Runaways
Information for individuals, less than 18 years of age, who cannot live in a safe environment with a relative and who have no other safe alternative living arrangement, despite having a foster home placement. Read More
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Foster Youth: Right to Counsel
In a dependency case, the court must appoint a lawyer to any child who has had both parents’ rights terminated for six months. The child’s age does not matter. Read More
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Independence for Foster Youth
Lots of great information for foster youth on education, housing, employment, etc. Read More
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LGBTQ Safety & Victimization
General information about legal rights and safety issues for LGBTQ homeless and foster care youth. Read More
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