In this conversation, Mike and Ashley talk with Julie, a child welfare administrator in a small county. They explore the importance of building relationships with youth in foster care, the challenges faced in navigating the system, and the significance of listening to the needs of young people. Julie shares her journey with a specific youth, Ryan, highlighting the impact of advocacy, empowerment, and the need for genuine connections in fostering positive outcomes. The discussion emphasizes the balance between agency rules and the emotional realities of the families involved, ultimately reflecting on hope and the potential for growth despite setbacks. 

PACT PROFILE: Empowering   

Learn more about PACT here: ⁠⁠https://www.pcsao.org/programs-events/pact/⁠⁠ 

Read about the PACT Behavioral Research Project here: ⁠⁠https://www.pcsao.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/PACTBehavioralResearchProject.pdf⁠⁠ 

Find Information about the 7 Guiding Principles of PACT here: ⁠⁠PACT7GuidingPrinciples.pdf (pcsao.org)⁠⁠ 

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