Trans Lifeline Library:
Your Guide to Foster Care for Trans Youth
Photo Source: National Center for LGBTQ Rights
Resources for Trans Youth In Foster Case
These resources are designed to meet the needs of youth in foster care as well as the adults who care for and work with them.
Each tool is designed to build pathways to information that promotes understanding, affirmation, and empowered decision-making.
Youth Centered Resources
A collection of articles, videos, and graphics that uplift the experience of young people in foster care. This content highlights the lived experiences of young people in foster care while providing practical resources
on wellness, advocacy, identity, and navigating
the system with confidence
"There's No Wrong Way to Feel"
Click here for complete article as PDF
"For Youth"
What Trans Youth in Michigan’s Foster Care System
Should Know — and Where to Find Help
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"Defining Trauma"
Parent & Family Centered Resources
A curated collection of articles, videos, and tools designed to support parents and caregivers of young people in foster care. These resources center real family experiences while offering practical guidance on communication, affirmation, wellness, advocacy, and navigating the foster care system with confidence and care.
"Avoiding Harmful Practices"
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"Understanding Transgender & Non-Binary Identities"
Click here for YouTube Video Trans 101: Gender and Sexuality
Caseworker Centered Resources
A curated collection of articles, videos, and tools designed to support child welfare professionals working with transgender and gender-expansive youth in foster care. These resources provide practical guidance on creating affirming environments, using inclusive practices, supporting youth well-being, navigating the child welfare system, and strengthening outcomes through culturally responsive, youth-centered care.
"Two Ways Foster Care Social Workers & Administrators
can Support Trans Youth"
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