In Custody, In Crisis (podcast episode #1)

This podcast Four-part series tackles the hard parts of foster care and adoption

Episode #1: Kids at Risk Action: In Custody, In Crisis

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Audio:Kids at Risk Action: In Custody, In Crisis

Summary:

In this powerful episode of Kids at Risk Action, Mike Tikkanen, Emma, and Michael dive into the “ground truth” of the foster care system, exposing the often-unseen hardships children face even after being placed in protective care. Through heartbreaking stories like Alex’s and alarming statistics on abuse and neglect within the system, they reveal how systemic failures, placement shortages, outdated policies, and societal biases continue to harm vulnerable youth. They highlight the urgent need for trauma-informed support, policy reform, and public accountability, while also honoring the resilience of survivors and the efforts of dedicated foster families and workers. The hosts call on listeners to raise awareness, advocate for change, and stand up for the invisible children too often left behind.

WHEN YOU Share KARA’s reporting with FRIENDS, INSTAGRAM & FACEBOOK and most of all, your State Representative (find them here) change will come. When enough of us become informed and speak up for abused and neglected children, we will improve their lives and our communities!

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