I Believe The Children Are The Future

In this episode of 'Laughing through the Struggles,' Beth and George highlight the importance of including youth in child welfare decisions, particularly concerning case planning and permanency. They discuss the often-overlooked voices of children in care, emphasizing the need to involve them in deciding their futures. The conversation reflects on laws that require youth involvement and the challenges faced in engaging them. Beth and George also debunk adoption fantasies, revealing uncomfortable truths about the system that often resembles 'shopping' for children, and the importance of creating supportive environments for these youth.