Resources and Community for Caregivers of Native American Children

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Caring for a Native American child means honoring their cultural identity, supporting their connection to community and heritage, and understanding the unique legal and historical context that shapes their experience. This newsletter exists to support you in that work.

The Caregivers of Native American Children newsletter goes out quarterly and is free to anyone caring for a Native American child in Wisconsin, including foster parents, relative caregivers, and others who have welcomed a Native American child into their home.

What You’ll Find in Each Issue

Cultural Resources and Guidance

Each issue explores topics relevant to Native American identity, heritage, and well-being. Past issues have covered the cultural and spiritual significance of Indigenous hair, approaches to supporting a child’s connection to their tribal community, and guidance on navigating the unique responsibilities that come with caring for a Native American child.

Pow Wows and Tribal Community Events

We highlight pow wows and tribal community events happening across Wisconsin so you have an easy way to find opportunities to connect with Native American traditions and community life.

WiFCC Resources and Training

Each issue spotlights resources from our library and training recordings from Champion Classrooms focused on Indigenous child welfare, so you can build skills and find support at your own pace.

Indigenous News and Community Updates

We share updates from Indigenous news sources and community partners, keeping you connected to broader conversations across Native communities.

Your Feedback Shapes This Newsletter

Every issue includes an open invitation for reader feedback. This newsletter is shaped by the communities it serves, and we want to hear from you.

Who This Newsletter Is For

This newsletter is for anyone caring for a Native American child in Wisconsin, including:

• Foster parents
• Relative and kinship caregivers
• Others who have welcome a Native American child into their home

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Signing up takes less than a minute. You’ll receive your first issue at the next quarterly send, and you can unsubscribe at any time.