In the coming weeks, Rise will publish a new series about parents’ legal rights and representation, as well as related legislation. Our goal is to familiarize parents with legal processes that you can potentially seek out, such as early representation or a lawsuit against the child welfare system. The series will also highlight legal protections that you can advocate for through legislation.
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Contact Form for Parents!
If you are interested in joining Rise, we invite you to complete this form.
We will save your contact information and reach out to you about opportunities to get involved that are a fit for your interests and location.
We encourage all parents affected by child welfare to complete the form regardless of location.
Unfortunately, Rise is not able to provide assistance and support with individual child welfare cases.
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Rise is working to uplift parents’ voices and advocate for parents’ needs. Please share your experience with Rise. NYC parents can also join our weekly online support groups led by Rise parent leaders and NYC parent advocates.
Last year, Rise interviewed Kelis Houston, a family advocate and child welfare policy consultant in Minnesota, about Minnesota parents and allies fighting to address racial bias and violations of parents’ rights by the child welfare system. Rise spoke to Kelis Houston again to get an update on the African American Family Preservation Act.
