Let's Talk: A Foster Adopt Minnesota Podcast
Latest Episodes
Let’s Talk – The Overlooked Child (Part 1)
In part one of this two-part series, we will focus on elementary – middle school age children. Don’t feel intimidated and disregarded! Here’s how to make sure special education surrogates and foster
Let’s Talk – Lived Experiences and Complexities of Adoption
Join us to hear how Amy Wilkerson, LICSW, helps individuals find the courage to live their lives authentically while staying in connection with themselves and others. Amy is a transracial and interna
Let’s Talk – UMOJA [OO-mo-jah] is Swahili for unity!
Join us to learn how UMOJA MN inspires families to reflect on the beautiful ways African Americans have contributed to the development of humanity. Our guest, Queen Jacobs, is the program director at
Let’s Talk – A Conversation to Authentically Support BIPOC Families
Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC) communities face barriers from racism, discrimination, cultural insensitivity, and cultural stigma. Hear from Tatiana Bergum and Tatianna Kirk how the wo
Let’s Talk – Human Trafficking in Minnesota and Beyond
Please join us for a thought-provoking conversation with two human trafficking experts committed to achieving social justice. Our webinars cover sensitive topics such as grief, trauma, abuse, neglect,
Let’s Talk – How to Regulate the Regulators – For School Professionals
Please join us for a discussion on how we can support the regulatory systems of those supporting and regulating children. We have many offerings for children to learn regulation, but not many to suppo
Let’s Talk – What is a Special Education Surrogate?
Martha Lippitt, Char Matheson, and Norma Graham (2023 Distinguished Service Award recipient) will share how they ensure quality and meaningful education for children under state guardianship through t
Let’s Talk – The Gifts We Can Give Our Youth Over the Holidays
Please join us for a podcast conversation with TJ Hewett, a licensed independent clinical social worker. We will discuss how can we prepare our youth for the holidays and be mindful of transitions: lo
Let’s Talk – ‘Twas the Night Before Holiday Break
Make your list and check it twice before the holiday season approaches! Learn from two school based mental health providers how to keep silent nights where all is calm and bright during your holiday
Let’s Talk – RAD Therapeutic Approach to the Holidays
Join us for a discussion with Karen Poitras, Therapeutic Respite Provider and Therapeutic Parenting Coach. We will cover how to handle the stress of holidays and family gatherings while remaining ther