Certified Specialist Programme in Advocacy Skills for Foster Youth
Published on June 19, 2025
About this Podcast
HOST: Welcome to our podcast, today we're talking with a special guest about the Certified Specialist Programme in Advocacy Skills for Foster Youth. Can you tell us a bit about this course and what inspired you to create it? GUEST: Absolutely, this program is designed to empower foster youth by equipping them with essential advocacy skills. Having worked in the child welfare system, I noticed a need for better self-advocacy and navigation skills among the youth. HOST: That's insightful. How does this course help young people to communicate, negotiate, and solve problems more effectively? GUEST: The course offers practical techniques in communication, negotiation, and problem-solving. It also focuses on building confidence, allowing youth to access resources and assert their rights with ease. HOST: Speaking of challenges, what are some common obstacles foster youth face when advocating for themselves or others? GUEST: Lack of knowledge about available resources, fear of authority figures, and past traumas can hinder their ability to advocate effectively. This course addresses those challenges head-on. HOST: That's great to hear. How do you see the future of advocacy for foster youth, and what role does this course play in shaping it? GUEST: I believe empowered youth can transform the system from within. This course prepares them to advocate for themselves and others, ultimately improving the child welfare system's outcomes. HOST: Thank you for sharing your insights and experiences with us today. It's clear that the Certified Specialist Programme in Advocacy Skills for Foster Youth has the potential to make a significant impact on the lives of many young people. GUEST: Thank you for having me. I'm excited to see the change this course can bring to the lives of foster youth, transition-age youth, and young adults leaving care.
