Season 2 Episode 15 - Elevating Connections: Supporting Siblings and Youth in Foster Care Through the Arts

Elevating Connections: Supporting Siblings and Youth in Foster Care Through the Arts

In this episode, Savanaha interviews Stacey Sanders, the founder and executive director of Elevating Connections, an organization dedicated to reuniting siblings separated by the foster care system and empowering foster youth through artistic expression. Stacey discusses the organization's mission, its programs like Empowering Youth Expressions and Camp Connect, and various events and workshops that help foster youth reconnect and share their experiences. She also highlights the importance of trauma-informed care and community support in ensuring these youths are heard and acknowledged.

00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome
00:23 Mission of Elevating Connections
01:26 Programs and Services Overview
02:25 Youth Access and No Age Limit Policy
04:59 Art Activities and Youth Voice Programming
09:41 Camp Connect Details
12:05 Volunteering and Community Support
13:56 Trauma-Informed Practices
21:05 Community Partnerships and Art Supplies
28:40 Impact and Reconnecting Siblings
31:47 Upcoming Events and Final Thoughts