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Collage of photos showing members of the National Foster Care Youth & Alumni Policy Council in meetings, smiling in group selfies outdoors, and standing near the U.S. Capitol. Center text reads “Impact Pulse” with the Council’s logo.
Welcome to Impact Pulse – a new spotlight series from the National Foster Youth & Alumni Policy Council that highlights how Council priorities are making a real-world difference. In this...
Entering foster care
Mental health
Transition (aging out)
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Three Council members with foster care experience present mental health recommendations to Nevada healthcare providers.
Recently, National Foster Youth & Alumni Policy Council (NPC) members presented priorities on foster youth mental health and well-being to healthcare professionals from the University of Nevada, Reno/Renown Children’s Hospital...
Mental health
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photos of CFS work group memebrs

Real system change takes collaboration across youth, caregivers, and professionals. In partnership with Casey Child and Family Services (CFS), FosterClub is proud to announce the Standing Work Group (SWG), a...

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OYL 2025
Are you a young person age 18-26 who has made positive impact on your community through volunteerism, leadership, or in other ways? Did you experience foster care? If you answer...
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Action Alert: Protect SNAP
Right now, a bill in the Senate could take away important support for young people who’ve been in foster care. Here’s what’s happening: There’s currently a rule that lets people...
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Young woman pointing to text reading "Extended Foster Care Survey!" Deadline is June 25, 2025.
If you’ve been in or are currently in Extended Foster Care (EFC), we want to hear your thoughts! Your story can help us make EFC better for all young people...
Extension to age 21
Transition (aging out)
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APHSA Summit
At the 2025 APHSA Summit, FosterClub’s LEx Leaders, partnering with Youth Villages and APHSA, unveiled the Improving Outcomes for Youth Playbook, a powerful demonstration of how young people are leading...
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Journey to Success Celebrating Advocacy Report
FosterClub is celebrating the release of a powerful new report: "Celebrating an Advocacy Movement: Policy Milestones Achieved by Youth and Young Adults with Foster Care Experience." This report marks 25...
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Group photo of the National Policy Council standing in front of the Washington DC Capitol Building with the text: Thank you and Congrats to our departing and new members.
As we reflect on the incredible contributions of our outgoing National Foster Youth and Alumni Policy Council members, we’re filled with gratitude and admiration. Their dedication, passion, and leadership have...
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