Stumbled on this last night, not sure if it's been posted before but once again highlights the issue of restrictions regarding foster children. No mention of bio parents rights except for a paragraph stating fps can't contact bio parents, even in an emergency.
http://www.news.com.au/lifestyle/pa...s/news-story/0bc47ce7fa11ad5a68b697979202a76d
Thanks for finding and posting this article Kyja. It is such a valuable insight and struck a chord for sure.
There is no room for a 'one size fits all' approach when it comes to our children, no matter what the situation of their care. The highest priority must be 'their care', and IMO, those in Positions of Power in this area MUST either Step Up to the responsibility, or give it (& their pay packet) over to those who are genuine in their convictions.
(Please don't misunderstand my comments. They are in no way directed at, nor minimising, the amazing contribution of those in our community who are working so diligently in this area - eg Denise & Bruce Morecambe, Hetty Johnston, and their support teams, along with many others)
However, how can they possibly do it all? I have great difficulty in accepting what (IMO), is our society's nonchalant approach to anything, other than that which effects us directly.
We are shocked & horrified for sure, we say all the right things, HOWEVER we still a
ALLOW it to happen.
I would be interested to know if I am alone in thinking that it is time for Change - in so many areas?
And if we don't demand it, who will?