AGENCY TESTIMONY
Conclusion: ACS's commitment to affirming care for LGBTQAI+ youth
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Commissioner Dannhauser concludes his testimony by reaffirming ACS's commitment to providing affirming care for all youth and families, regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity/expression.
- Emphasizes the importance of treating all youth and families in an affirming manner
- Reiterates commitment to ongoing training and technical assistance
- Highlights the partnership with the Ali Forney Center for expertise in this area
- Expresses openness to further discussion and collaboration on these issues
Jess Dannhauser
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It is the utmost importance that all youth and families we serve are treated and cared for in an affirming manner.
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We are committed to ongoing training and technical assistance for our staff, provider staff, and foster parents, as well as services and sports for youth and families so that we can make sure that this is the manner which all youth who come into contact with us are treated.
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We look forward to the ongoing partnership with the Alephonic Center so that we can benefit their expertise in this area, and we look forward to this conversation today.
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Thank you.
