Emancipation Nation

Episode 91 Part II: Protecting Trafficked and At-Risk Youth: States Figure Out How to Implement the New Law

April 13, 2021 Season 2 Episode 91
Emancipation Nation
Episode 91 Part II: Protecting Trafficked and At-Risk Youth: States Figure Out How to Implement the New Law
Show Notes

Individual states have until October 1st of this year to outline how they will interpret and implement the Family First federal law in their state. The intent of this law is to work to prevent out-of-home placements when possible and improve upon out-of-home care for trafficked youth and youth at risk who need a home and quality services. Three experts explain the law and how states may choose to interpret it and how it might affect those involved.