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Episode 067: Interview with Carolyn Olsen from Fostering Youth Independence (Santa Clarita, CA)
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In this episode, Lynn Tonini interviews Carolyn Olsen, Executive Director and Co-Founder of Fostering Youth Independence in Santa Clarita, California. Carolyn shared how her organization supports youth aging out of care by connecting them with allies (mentors) whose primary focus is building a strong, supportive relationship with the youth. Carolyn also reviewed the variety of activities that they have built into their program to help the young people as they work toward their educational goals. Finally, Lynn and Carolyn discussed the important role that nonprofits play in filling the gaps that aren't currently filled by the foster care system.
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