LGBTQ Foster & Adoptive Parents: Strengthening the Welfare of Children

Cancelled due to weather.  Rescheduling information will be provided as soon as possible.

The panel will examine the legal and policy issues regarding adoption and foster care parenting by LGBTQ parents. Jay Kaplan, ACLU of Michigan LGBT Project staff attorney, will discuss the ongoing legal challenge to Michigan's ban on same-sex adoption. Frank Vandervort from the University of Michigan Law School will discuss the recent legal debates in the context of current and past child welfare system policies and practices. Three parents with extensive experience in the child welfare system will share their views and challenges.

CEU(s): 3 Macro CEUs

This event is free and open to the public. Light refreshments will be served.

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