Launch of Foster Care Fortnight (Northern Ireland)

The theme this year brings together three key threads 

1. It shines a light on the everyday experiences of fostering, raising awareness of the positive impact foster carers have. 
2. It acknowledges the pressures foster carers are facing in today’s climate – from low allowances and fees and inconsistent support, to feeling excluded from decision making about the children in their care. 
3. It is a call to action. It gives us a collective platform to stand together as foster carers, kinship carers and the wider fostering community to call on the government for meaningful change.  

Launch Event

Foster Care Fortnight begins with our launch on Monday 11 May, in partnership with HSC NI Foster Care. We will hear from foster/kinship carers as well as young people who will share their experiences. The event will also be attended by a member of the Department of Health.

Date: Monday 11 May

Time: 10am - 12pm 

Location: Long Gallery, Stormont Parliament Buildings

To register, please email [email protected] before 22 April. Please let us know if you have any dietary or access requirements.