Thought on Approaching the New Year

We are approaching a new decade -- can you believe that?

I am hoping that it's a decade of continued positive change regarding improving outcomes for foster care youth/alumni. That's what I'll be working towards for the next 10 years.

Today, I am looking back and savoring every second and every moment of 2009...

During 2009, the Ohio chapter of Foster Care Alumni of America:

• Testified before legislators
• Visited various counties to build youth advisory boards
• Supported Ohio Reach efforts to increase the number of foster care youth enrolling in and graduating from college 
• Co-hosted the youth track of the NACAC conference
• Shared our insights nationally and locally
• Had Ohio's First Lady present during our Thanksgiving event

We will continue to move forward during the next decade...