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Friday, January 13, 2006

Higher Education opportunities for foster youth


A Primer for Policymakers

By: Wolanin TR
Published by: The Institute for Higher Educaiton Policy, 2005
Via: Librarians' Internet Index

This report makes policy recommendations focused on improving opportunities for success of former foster youth entering the higher education system. Addresses characteristics of foster youth, adult life skills, mental health, educational attainment, and related topics. Includes statistics on foster care. From the Institute for Higher Education Policy, a "non-profit, non-partisan organization whose mission is to foster access and success in postsecondary education."

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