Former Kidsave kid Kaprea Greene’s essay, “My Journey in Foster Care: From Mentors to Family” was published by Word in Black. Greene, a Black woman and adoptee, shares her personal experiences within the foster care system. She emphasizes the transformative impact of mentoring and culturally responsive care in her life.
Greene’s narrative underscores the significance of supportive relationships particularly with her Black adoptive parents, and navigating the challenges of foster care. Her story highlights the need for systemic improvements to better serve youth in foster care, particularly through mentoring programs that are attuned to cultural needs.
Kaprea states, “Mentoring is not a luxury — it’s a necessity. It can be the difference between a foster youth surviving or thriving.”
Read the article at this link, My Journey in Foster Care: From Mentors to Family.
