National Child Welfare Resource Center for Tribes; National Resource Center for Permanency and Family Connections

Keywords: Best Practices; Child Welfare; Tribal Communities; Two Spirit Youth; Youth Experiences

Summary: Historically and culturally, Two-Spirit people were respected and considered holy by their tribes. Today, Two-Spirit people are working to reclaim their roles and places in their tribal circles. The tips below are meant to support child welfare workers, foster and adoptive parents, and caregivers in working with and caring for Two-Spirit and LGBTQ (lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and questioning) American Indian/Alaska Native children and youth involved with the child welfare system. These tips may also be helpful to tribal community members that wish to be allies to their young relatives. [Summary adapted from resource.]

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Sharing Our Lived Experiences: 22 Tips for Caring for Two-Spirit and Native LGBTQ Youth in the Child Welfare System