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Regina Lawson - PhD Dissertation, Capella University,

This dissertation by Regina Lawson, submitted for the degree of Doctor of Philosophy at Capella University, utilizes a case study approach to investigate the aging out process of nine sexual minority adults, specifically, lesbian, gay and transgender (LGT) adults who transitioned from a Mid-Atlantic foster care system to adulthood. It also explores the extent to which this group of youth, and LGBT youth, perceive their sexual orientation or gender identification impacts their experience of aging out of foster care into adulthood.

Alexandra Shaphren - Plan International,

This case study describes the community-based child protection programme implemented between 2015 and 2016 with Burundian girls, boys and adults in Mahama refugee camp in Rwanda.

Eric Rosenthal - American University Center for Human Rights & Humanitarian Law,

In this article, Eric Rosenthal examines the implications of the report of the Special Rapporteur on torture and other cruel, inhuman or degrading treatment or punishment, Juan Méndez, focused on children deprived of liberty, on the placement of children in institutions and orphanages. 

Opening Doors for Europe's Children,

This country fact sheet highlights the care reforms that Spain has instituted over the past few years. This sheet also provides short facts and the latest developments on children in alternative care in Spain.

Elizabeth Ringler-Jayanthan - Social Worker Helper,

Unaccompanied migrant children from war-torn countries are at a greater risk of exploitation around the world. Social workers could be in the position of being the first to identify trafficking victims.

Opening Doors,

A review of the evidence on deinstitutionalisation (DI) and the status of care reforms across Europe in 2016  from the Opening Doors for Europe's Children campaign - a pan-European campaign advocating for strengthening families and ending institutional care. 

Asia Pacific Regional Network for Early Childhood,

The theme is “The transformative power of Early Childhood Development (ECD): The importance of holistic interventions” with three sub-themes covering (i) policies and programmes; (ii) equitable access and participation; and (iii) quality monitoring.

Université de Genève Centre for Children’s Rights Studies,

Université de Genève Centre for Children’s Rights Studies announces its Call for applications for the 2017-2018 cycle of the Certificate of Advanced Studies in Children’s Rights (CCR).

Aid & International Development Forum ,

Aid & Development Africa Summit looks at how technological innovations and best practices can improve aid delivery and development strategy in East Africa.

Better Care Network,

Better Care Network seeks a consultant/team of consultants to document efforts to support care reforms in Uganda through the development of a comprehensive ‘Country Care Profile’.