Get ready for FostrSummit – a virtual event designed just for us, current and former California foster youth who want to rock the world of advocacy and public policy! Of course everyone’s welcome to join in on the action, but we’ve made sure the whole shebang speaks directly to our community.
Led by our amazing FostrSpace Advisory Board (FAB), we’re kicking things off with an Advocacy 101 crash course. We’ll cover everything you need to know about making your voice heard, from how laws get made to how to talk directly to policymakers.
Get ready to be inspired! We’re thrilled to welcome Jennifer Rodriguez, Executive Director of the Youth Law Center, as our keynote speaker. Jennifer is a powerhouse dedicated to transforming the foster care and juvenile justice systems. She’ll share reflections on how her own life experiences have impacted her journey as an advocate.
Stick around for a fireside chat where speakers will open up about their personal advocacy journeys, discuss the latest bills impacting foster youth, and explore the crucial connection between resilience and advocacy. Get ready to participate in a lively Q&A session with both our speakers and fellow attendees.
We’ll end with our Call to Action, which will lay out actions steps folks can take to support our community.
Connect with fellow change-makers dedicated to uplifting the foster youth community – advocating for their rights and wellbeing. We’ll split into small groups and do a lightening round of answering fun prompts and thought-provoking questions to spark some awesome chats! All participants are entered for a chance to win $50 Amazon gift cards.
