Celeste Bodner: The Power of Peer Connections in Foster Club

Women of the Northwest

English - April 03, 2024 02:00 - 47 minutes - 32.9 MB - ★★★★★ - 15 ratings
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In this episode, Celeste Bodner, founder of Foster Club, shares her journey and how it led to the creation of a national network for young people in foster care.

What started as a personal experience of becoming a foster parent turned into a mission to provide support and resources for young people who navigate the foster care system.

The conversation delves into the challenges and successes of Foster Club, including the role of peer connections and lived experience leaders.

Bodner emphasizes the importance of holding space and bringing people together to create positive change.

Through Foster Club, young people in foster care are given a platform to share their stories and advocate for policy changes.

This episode is a testament to the power of community and the impact one person can make in the lives of others.

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