ASCI Youth

Where Belief Begins: Inside the Travis Malloy Meet & Greet

The Travis Malloy Meet & Greet was a powerful moment of connection, encouragement, and growth for youth and families. This experience created a space where young people felt truly seen,…

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Rooted in Love: A Journey of Kinship, Support, and Strength

Each month, A Second Chance, Inc. (ASCI) amplifies the voices of our kinship families. As an agency committed to establishing safe, secure, and nurturing environments for children entrusted to relatives…

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World Semicolon Day: A Symbol of Hope, Strength, and Continuation

At A Second Chance, Inc., we know that life’s journey isn’t always a straight line. Youth and families navigating the child welfare system can often feel overwhelmed. That’s why World…

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National Love Our Children Day & the Power of Kinship Care

Every child deserves to feel safe, seen, and deeply loved. On National Love Our Children Day, we’re reminded just how important that is. At A Second Chance, Inc., this day…

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Love Without Conditions: The Story of Ana and Tiny

Each month, A Second Chance, Inc. (ASCI) amplifies the voices of our kinship families. As an agency committed to establishing a safe, secure, and nurturing environment for children entrusted to…

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Kin is You. Kin is Me. Kin is We.

At A Second Chance, Inc. (ASCI), we believe in the power of connection. “Kin is you. Kin is me. Kin is we.” It’s more than just a saying. It’s a…

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The Importance of Youth Leadership in Child Welfare

At A Second Chance, Inc., we believe that the future of child welfare is shaped by the voices of the children and youth at the center of the system. Youth…

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Growing Self-Esteem Through Kinship

February is International Boost Self-Esteem Month, a time to honor the value, confidence, and inner strength of every child. At ASCI, we know that self-esteem grows through connection, care, and…

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Connection and Community for Youth in Care

This International Friendship Month, we celebrate the power of friendship, especially for youth in care who may have experienced numerous transitions. For young people in care, forming and maintaining friendships…

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Kin Is the Heartbeat of Every Family

February is American Heart Month, a time to honor the heart in all its forms, the one that keeps us alive, the one that feels joy and sorrow, and the…

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