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The Imprint Weekly

The Imprint
Child Welfare System
Foster Care
Child Welfare
Restorative Justice
Trauma
Public Safety Performance Project
Community Support
Survey Findings
Child First Model
Juvenile Justice Reform
Mental Health
Americorps
Youth Empowerment
Criminal Justice Reform
Supervised Independent Living Program
Trauma Healing
Youth Crime
Emotional Intelligence
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The Imprint Weekly Podcast offers listeners a regular review of news and trends in America's child welfare and juvenile justice systems, along with other critical services for youth and families. Join Imprint Senior Editor John Kelly for a discussion of the week's major headlines, plus interviews with leaders in the field.

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On this week’s Headlines edition of Imprint Weekly Podcast, we discuss the implications of the government shutdown, the newest federal data on foster care, and promising research on home visiting programs. We also talk about recent headlines about th... more

In this powerful episode of InnerViews, Destiny Jackson shares her journey of navigating foster care, homelessness, and life with Type 1 diabetes—all while pursuing her dreams at Spelman College. From overcoming systemic barriers to advocating for he... more

On this week’s episode we talk to Gretchen Sisson, a sociologist studying abortion and adoption. Sisson’s research on mothers who choose to relinquish their rights into private adoptions led to her writing Relinquished: The Politics of Adoption and t... more

On this week’s episode we talk with Claudia Rowe, one of the true veteran journalists in the child welfare and youth justice space. We talked about her experiences covering both systems in New York and in Washington State, but focused on her recently... more

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Recent Guests

Destiny Jackson
A T1D warrior who discusses her experiences with foster care and type 1 diabetes.
Episode: InnerViews – Resilience Redefined: Destiny Jackson on Foster Care, Type 1 Diabetes, and Advocacy
Gretchen Sisson
A sociologist studying abortion and adoption in the Department of Obstetrics, Gynecology, and Reproductive Sciences at the University of California, San Francisco.
University of California, San Francisco
Episode: Dobbs, Abortion and Adoption with Gretchen Sisson
Claudia Rowe
Author and veteran journalist in the child welfare and youth justice space
Independent author and journalist
Episode: Wards of the State, with Author and Journalist Claudia Rowe
Lakievia Lucky Johnson
An MBA holder, project manager, and a doctoral candidate with over 24 years of experience as a child advocate.
Institute for Functional Medicine; Freedom from Foster Care
Episode: InnerViews – Breaking Cycles: Lakievia’s Journey from Juvenile Justice to Youth Advocacy
Michael Tanana
Chief Technology Officer for Lyssn
Lyssn
Episode: A.I. and Child Welfare with Michael Tanana
Nancy Konjo
A culinary artist and social advocate sharing her journey through child welfare and her connection to Cameroon through food.
Author of 'From Jollof to Sweet Potato Pie'
Episode: InnerViews – Faith, Food, and Freedom: Diaspora Wisdom with Nancy Konjo
Darla Bardine
Longtime Executive Director of the National Network for Youth
National Network for Youth
Episode: Trump is Running Out of Time to Fund Homeless Youth Services
Barissa Ford
Director of Community Outreach and Engagement for Youth In Need in St. Louis, Missouri
Youth In Need
Episode: Trump is Running Out of Time to Fund Homeless Youth Services
Dr. Alison Davis
Licensed mental health counselor and advocate for mental wellness
Episode: innerViews – Mothering on Empty: Healing, Holding On, and Letting Go

Hosts

John Kelly
Senior Editor of The Imprint, focusing on child welfare and juvenile justice issues, with a background in journalism.
Ivory Bennett
Host of InnerViews, highlighting personal narratives and advocacy in child welfare.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 65 ratings
  • Allergic to truth

    Is the goal of this podcast to be politically correct and not hurt adult feelings, or is it to actually help vulnerable kids? If it’s to help improve lives of vulnerable kids, let’s tackle the fact that black culture glorifies fathers abandoning kids. Lets not pretend that less foster care in Asian families is due to “underreporting” - it’s due to a culture of shame for a father who abandons his family, which is actually a GOOD thing for kids. Let’s admit that the optimal environment for any ch... more

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    LondonBizOwner
    United States10 months ago
  • Great podcast

    Always really insightful - great for anyone interested in foster care policy

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    LondonBizOwner
    United States2 years ago
  • Engaging

    Amazing report and education. I’ve learned so much about this field.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Love amour
    United States2 years ago
  • Nice work!

    Great reporting! I love the news summaries and interviews. Super relevant, great topics!

    Updated to add- thank you for sharing the Serb and Heard podcast! It’s beautiful!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    eworldpeace
    United States4 years ago
  • Nice work!

    Great reporting! I love the news summaries and interviews. Super relevant, great topics!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    eworldpeace
    United States5 years ago

Listeners Say

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Feedback suggests a need for exploring diverse perspectives and challenges in child welfare policies and practices.
Listeners appreciate the engaging format, which combines news summaries with personal stories and advocacy efforts.
The content is educational and relevant, frequently praised for its in-depth discussions and interviews with a variety of experts.
There is a desire for more direct discussions of systemic failures in child welfare.

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InnerViews – Resilience Redefined: Destiny Jackson on Foster Care, Type 1 Diabetes, and Advocacy
Q: Who are you without the trauma of the child welfare system?
I am an educated black woman, strong, motivated, and a supporter. I am grateful for my resilience despite the challenges I've faced.
InnerViews – Resilience Redefined: Destiny Jackson on Foster Care, Type 1 Diabetes, and Advocacy
Q: What advice do you have for people with the lived experience of type 1 diabetes while being in child welfare?
Learn your body and be your own advocate because people will judge your health without understanding your circumstances.
InnerViews – Resilience Redefined: Destiny Jackson on Foster Care, Type 1 Diabetes, and Advocacy
Q: What changes do you hope to see in the child welfare system in your lifetime?
I hope to see more workers who are more understanding and willing to do the work to understand trauma and its effects on individuals.
Wards of the State, with Author and Journalist Claudia Rowe
Q: Do you feel like the journalism of child welfare and juvenile justice has changed?
Yes, it has changed a lot due to the emergence of outlets focusing on systemic problems, but there's also been a contraction in local reporting on these issues.
InnerViews – Sisters, Systems & Sibling Rights: Advocacy Rooted in Experience
Q: What messages do you want listeners to take away about sibling rights?
Listeners should understand that the majority of children in foster care have siblings and that ensuring their connections is crucial for better outcomes across various dimensions of their lives.

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What is The Imprint Weekly about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This podcast provides an insightful overview of current news and trends surrounding America's child welfare and juvenile justice systems. Through regular discussions of significant headlines and interviews with prominent leaders and experts in the field, it highlights pressing issues affecting youth and families. Episode topics often touch on systemic challenges and potential reforms, aiming to foster a better understanding of the complexities involved in these critical services. The content not only informs listeners about recent developments but also explores deeper narratives related to child welfare's impact on individual lives and communities.

Noteworthy aspects include a focus on unique perspectives from professionals who share their... more

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2. Gretchen Sisson
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4. Lakievia Lucky Johnson
5. Michael Tanana
6. Nancy Konjo
7. Darla Bardine
8. Barissa Ford

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