Kinship care is a survival strategy that has historical significance for African and Caribbean families because it is linked to a tradition of help and a broad base of support.
Join the Grandfamilies and Kinship Support Network for this webinar on kinship care to learn more about family structures and how understanding them can improve family engagement.
Session Details
Thursday, April 12 | 2 - 3:30 p.m.
Virtual
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In this webinar, panelists will highlight the strengths, support needs, and service models for working with kinship families in African and Caribbean communities. Information presented will include:
demographic profiles of these two groups
definition of what “kinship care” means to these populations
description of traditional family patterns of these populations that include cultural dynamics and norms
conflicts between Afrocentric and Eurocentric perspectives on kinship care
identification of the best access points (locations and persons) for engagement and services that are culturally responsive to these kinship families
suggestions for reframing policy and practice for kinship services for these populations
To learn more, visit the Grandfamilies and Kinship Support Network website.