Title
Proclamation - National Kinship Care Month (Chair Jerrell)
Action
ACTION:
Adopt a proclamation declaring September 2025 as "National Kinship Care Month" in Mecklenburg County
Commission Contact: Mark Jerrell, Chair
Staff Contact: Kimberly Henderson, Director, Child, Family and Adult Services
Presentation: Yes
BACKGROUND/JUSTIFICATION:
We recognize Kinship Care Month to honor the extraordinary individuals who step forward - often without preparation or support - to care for children in their families and communities during times of crisis. These caregivers provide more than just shelter; they offer unconditional love, cultural continuity and emotional healing. By acknowledging Kinship Care Month, we commit to raising awareness, advocating for equitable support and celebrating the resilience and compassion of these families. Kinship care is not just a placement - it's a promise: A promise that family will show up, step in and stand strong.
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