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Have you been to UMOJA MN's Black Heritage Camp? Be a part of our Camp Advisory Council, where you can help make an impact in how camp operates. Provide feedback and solutions. Date: March 17 Time: 5-6 PM Location: Virtual Click the link to join! |
2 events,Virtual weekly support for adoptive, foster, and kinship caregivers. Click on the Support Group Link to join. Facilitated by Julie Peterson Parent Support Specialist
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We need to hear young people's voices in the child welfare system, ESPECIALLY those with lived experience in adoption and foster care. How can we champion our kids to use… |
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This presentation discusses the history of US citizenship for intercountry adoptees as well as present-day citizenship and immigration issues that intercountry adoptees continue to encounter. It outlines the issues that make an intercountry adopted person vulnerable for immigration issues and further discusses what state and care workers should know about citizenship and immigration for underage…
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Launching a teen into adulthood requires clarity, support, and connection—especially for adopted youth who may be navigating additional layers of identity work, anxiety, or developmental gaps. This workshop equips parents and caregivers with practical tools to guide teens toward independence while honoring both their strengths and their vulnerabilities. In this future-focused session, you’ll learn how… Join us for a monthly meetup to connect with other foster, adoptive, and kinship parents to talk over lunch for emotional and parent resource support. We will meet monthly at various locations. Pre-registration is required. Click on the Lunch Bunch Link to view details and pre-register. Facilitated by Julie Peterson Parent Support Specialist |
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Foster Care and Adoption Education Classes – In-Person
The in-person track is best suited for individuals who need or desire to complete their education quickly, prefer in-person learning and/or those who have previously completed education and want a refresher course. This track will primarily take place during two live consecutive days (Friday/Saturday) with minimal use of the online learning management system which includes… 1st & 3rd Fridays of the Month 9:30-10:45 am on Zoom Facilitator: Janet Salo, Kinship Navigator Providing education, information and mutual support for kinship caregivers-those caring for a relative's or friend's child. Thoughtful topics that help you in your role as a kinship caregiver such as child development, relationships with adult children, understanding trauma, mental… |
1 event,Weekly late-night virtual support for adoptive, foster, and kinship caregivers. Click on the Support Group Link to join. Facilitated by Nitara Frost Senior Parent Support Specialist
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Virtual monthly support for adoptive, foster, and kinship caregivers. Click on the Support Group Link to join. Facilitated by Katie Neuman Parent Support Specialist
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1 event,Join our in-person support group for foster, adoptive, and kinship caregivers in St Cloud and surrounding area. Childcare and dinner are provided. Pre-registration is required. Click on the Support Group Link to pre-register. Location: 1300 W. St. Germain St. Room 268 Facilitated by Katie Nueman Parent Support Specialist
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5 events,Virtual weekly support for adoptive, foster, and kinship caregivers. Click on the Support Group Link to join. Facilitated by Julie Peterson Parent Support Specialist
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In partnership with Proof Alliance, we have incredible trainings for parents and caregivers. The online trainings are open to all EVOLVE families, including current, past, and anyone interested. We're offering a FASD training on: March 25, at 12 PM: "FASD Basics," this webinar covers FASD basics as well as strategies in supporting communication and dysregulation.…
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Foster Parents, Caregivers and Professionals supporting youth will learn about rights of youth, safety planning essentials, and changes for non citizen youth in 2026. Come learn from immigration and state law professionals who serve many youth in child protection proceedings and will share essential resources for the youth in your care. |
1 event,For all Ampersand-affiliated adoptive, pre-adoptive, and kinship caregivers. Caregivers are invited to share their experiences and get support from other caregivers while youth participate in an activity supervised by Ampersand Families staff. Dinner is provided for all. Invites go out approximately 2 weeks before the event. Hybrid option available. Please RSVP to mina@ampersandfamilies.org.
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1 event,Our Kinship Support Group meets from 12:00–1:30 PM on the 4th Friday of each month, creating a safe and supportive space for caregivers. Each session offers opportunities to share experiences, gain resources, and build connections. Meetings alternate monthly between in‑person and virtual sessions for added flexibility. During the in-person sessions, light snacks and refreshments will be provided. EVOLVE’s Kinship Support Group will be… |
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UMOJA MN families are invited to join us at Art Shelf on Saturday, March 28th, from 1–3 PM for an afternoon of creativity and connection. Come make art together in a fun, welcoming space! This free event is open to all UMOJA MN families. All art supplies will be provided. No registration is required, just… |
1 event,Weekly late-night virtual support for adoptive, foster, and kinship caregivers. Click on the Support Group Link to join. Facilitated by Nitara Frost Senior Parent Support Specialist
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2 events,Virtual weekly support for adoptive, foster, and kinship caregivers. Click on the Support Group Link to join. Facilitated by Julie Peterson Parent Support Specialist
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A collaborative workshop designed to bridge the gap between the roles of the Guardian ad Litem (GAL), Social Worker, and daily caregiver. This presentation focuses on the role of the GAL and how caregivers and social workers can understand and team with them. Key Presentation Components: The GAL’s Role as Investigative Partner: Explaining how GALs… |
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Adoption doesn't end with placement. They come with lifelong grief, loss, identity questions, and emotional needs that can’t be fixed, but can be supported. In this webinar, adoptee and Identity and Parenting Different founder Isaac Etter explores what adoptees actually need most from the adults raising them. Drawing from lived experience and years of post-adoption training,… |
1 event,1st & 3rd Fridays of the Month 9:30-10:45 am on Zoom Facilitator: Janet Salo, Kinship Navigator Providing education, information and mutual support for kinship caregivers-those caring for a relative's or friend's child. Thoughtful topics that help you in your role as a kinship caregiver such as child development, relationships with adult children, understanding trauma, mental… |
1 event,Our Kinship Support and Education Groups are open to all kinship caregivers- those caring for a relative’s or friend’s child. We offer both virtual and in-person group sessions. Virtual sessions occur the first and third Friday of every month, while the in-person sessions take place the first Saturday of every month. Join us when you can… |
1 event,Weekly late-night virtual support for adoptive, foster, and kinship caregivers. Click on the Support Group Link to join. Facilitated by Nitara Frost Senior Parent Support Specialist
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