Shaleen, 16, loves to make people laugh! Her many interests include cheerleading, dancing, and making jewelry with beads.
Talking With Older Youth About Adoption
Teens want to be involved in the conversation about family. #JustAskUs
Use the new tip sheet.
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Federal Announcement
The White House shows their support for National Adoption Month.
AdoptUSKids Illustration
Older youth need love and encouragement throughout their lives.
Adoption From Foster Care Ad Campaign
See how being an "imperfect" parent is "perfectly" normal.
"The first thing to understand is that every youth in foster care has a different story.
This requires creativity and ongoing conversations about what they want and who they feel connected to."
-Former youth in foster care
