Vol. 7, No. 2• May 2003

Governor Proclaims May 2003 “Foster Care Month”

Raleigh—Governor Easely has proclaimed May 2003 to be Foster Care Month in North Carolina. His proclamation reads:

WHEREAS, the family, serving as the primary source of love, identity, self-esteem and support, is the very foundation of our communities and our State; and

WHEREAS, in North Carolina, there are over 10,000 children and youth in foster care being provided a safe, secure and stable home along with the compassion and nurture of a foster family; and

WHEREAS, foster families open their homes and hearts to children whose families are in crisis and play a vital role helping children and families heal and reconnect while launching children into successful adulthood; and

WHEREAS, dedicated foster families frequently adopt foster children, resulting in a greater need for more foster families; and

WHEREAS, there are numerous individuals, public and private organizations that work to increase public awareness of the needs of children both in foster care and leaving foster care. Additionally, they make the public aware of the enduring and valuable contributions made by foster parents; and

WHEREAS, the foster care system is only as good as those who choose to be part of it;

NOW, THEREFORE, I, MICHAEL F. EASLEY, Governor of the State of North Carolina, do hereby proclaim May 2003, as “FOSTER CARE MONTH” in North Carolina.

I commend this observance to our citizens as an opportunity to spread awareness on behalf of the thousands of children in foster care in North Carolina. I further urge all citizens to volunteer their talents and energies on behalf of children in foster care, foster parents, and the child welfare professional staff working with them during this month and throughout the year.

Source: State of North Carolina. (2003). Office of the Governor. Online <http://www.governor.state.nc.us/News/Proclamations/>

 

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