from Sen. Carol Liu
Senator Carol Liu invites current and former foster youth to a town hall style meeting on Saturday (May 4, 2013) in Pasadena. In recent years, California has improved permanency for thousands of children and youth in foster care, however many foster youth still lack a safety net, permanent family, housing, or income.
“Every child needs and deserves to feel love, a sense of belonging, and the continuity of family and loved ones to support and guide them in their growth and development,” said Liu, D-La Cañada Flintridge. “Caring for our youth, and ensuring the health and success of young people should come first and foremost in the State of California.”
This half-day event will provide information on employment and education resources, financial aid, and housing. Current and former foster youth will be able to ask questions, be heard, and get resources.
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WHAT: Foster Youth Town Hall Meeting: Breaking Barriers to Higher Education
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WHEN: Saturday, May 4, 2013, 11:00 am-2:00 pm (10:30 am: Registration & Continental Breakfast)
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WHERE: All Saints Church: Sweetland Hall, 132 N. Euclid Avenue, Pasadena, CA 91101
Interested youth please pre-register of for more information contact Andrea Lane at Andrea.Lane@sen.ca.gov or call (818) 409-0400.
