Child Advocates is pleased to announce a new program targeted toward Latino youth foster children. Child Advocates recognizes that often times Latino youth are faced with many challenges such as poverty, English being a second language, little to no supports, citizenship and role models. These challenges become even greater when Latino youth are placed into foster care. For this reason, Child Advo
cates seeks to assist 10-15 Latino Youth in Foster care to participate in the Latino Youth Leaders of Indianapolis. The Latino Youth Leaders of Indianapolis will participate in community service projects, become involved in school related activities, meet with positive Latino role models and explore higher education. Child Advocates will sponsor a series of Special events throughout the year, with at least one event a month. Youth will become involved in sporting events, community service projects, meet with positive role models and attend cultural activities in the community. The program will work with youth throughout a year to build self-esteem, provide educational support, build resilience, and improve academic skills with the goal of successful high school completion and higher education.
