Voices in Action: Journeys in care

Connection to Culture while growing up in out-of-home care


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On this week's episode of the Voices in Action: Journeys in Care podcast, 23-year-old Jasmine shares her experiences growing up in the care system. She talks about navigating multiple placements, what she sees as the barriers to cultural connection for young people growing up in care, and the importance of being introduced to your Culture in meaningful ways.

Jasmine reflects on how she learned about her family connections and Aboriginal heritage from her social worker, highlighting the positive impact workers can have on the lives of children and young people. 

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