June 2012
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An Advocate’s Guide to Protecting Unaccompanied MinorsThe fate of unaccompanied immigrant minors is largely determined by whether an attorney will represent them and serve as their advocate. Learn how advocates can help and legal remedies to protect these children.
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Judges’ Roles in Implementing Fostering Connections: Relative Caregiver Provisions
Learn the key questions judges can ask to ensure compliance with the relative caregiver provisions of the Fostering Connections Act.
New Federal Child Welfare Initiatives: What Advocates Should Know
Advocates for abused and neglected children should know about new federal guidance on: IV-E waivers for state demonstration projects, promoting children's well-being, and credit checks for older foster youth.
Helping Foster Kids Transition to Adulthood
A much-needed study will evaluate the merits of transitional living programs.
State Report Cards Offer Picture of Child Representation Quality
State grades size up quality of child represenstation throughout country in new report card by First Star & Children's Advocacy Institute.
Case Law Update
