New Hampshire HB1779 aims to support foster children's cultural identity by assigning cultural advocates, training foster families, and fostering.

New Hampshire HB1779 establishes provisions to support foster children's cultural identity. It mandates that every child in foster care be assigned a cultural advocate within 30 days of placement to assess cultural needs and assist foster families in integrating the child's cultural background. The bill also requires foster parents to complete training on cultural awareness and sensitivity. Additionally, it creates a cultural foster care fund to support these efforts and encourages collaboration with cultural resource centers and community organizations.

New Hampshire HB1779 aims to support foster children's cultural identity by assigning cultural advocates, training foster families, and fostering.

New Hampshire HB1779 establishes provisions to support foster children's cultural identity. It mandates that every child in foster care be assigned a cultural advocate within 30 days of placement to assess cultural needs and assist foster families in integrating the child's cultural background. The bill also requires foster parents to complete training on cultural awareness and sensitivity. Additionally, it creates a cultural foster care fund to support these efforts and encourages collaboration with cultural resource centers and community organizations.