Families United Meeting 1/26/24

Families United is a peer support group for people/families who have been impacted by systems such as the Dept. of Children and Families (DCF) and who want to contribute to systemic and institutional changes.

This group is free and open to parents, foster parents, children, siblings grandparents, etc. and STRONG allies who have been affected by DCF and want to support our efforts.

This is a safe, confidential, supportive space. Members will share experiences, build relationships, discuss resources, and organize to influence change in DCF, family law and other legislative systems.

The Root Social Justice Center –
Shela Linton: [email protected]
[email protected]

The Office of Child Youth and Families –
Matthew Bernstein: [email protected]
Lauren higbee: [email protected]

Vermont Parent Representation Center –
Larry Crist: [email protected]

Vermont Department for Children and Families –
Nancy Miller: [email protected]

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