Trump’s ‘Fostering the Future’ Initiative Aims to Transform Foster Care Outcomes
President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump have signed an executive order to support the foster care system in the U.S. The 'Fostering the Future' initiative, part of the First Lady's 'Be Best' campaign, aims to improve outcomes for the approximately 400,000 children and youth in foster care at any given time.
Currently, about 20,000 children age out of foster care each year. However, only half finish high school, and just 3% obtain a college degree. Additionally, 20% become homeless after leaving the system. The new program seeks to address these challenges by providing scholarships, access to computer science education, and an online platform for customized self-sufficiency plans.
The 'Fostering the Future' executive order, titled 'Fostering the Future for American Children and Families', establishes a program to secure commitments from various sectors for new educational and employment pathways. The initiative is expected to improve these statistics by providing better support and resources for foster youth.
The 'Fostering the Future' initiative is a significant step towards improving the lives of children and youth in foster care. By providing career and education opportunities, the program aims to help these young people thrive and succeed as they transition out of the foster care system.
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