Fall Equity Book Talk: From Foster Care to College

On December 2, 2024, an Equity Book Talk event with Dr. Royel Johnson took place for their book, 'From Foster Care to College'.

This book chronicles the lives and experiences of 49 college students navigating the challenging terrain of the United States’ foster care system. Through in-depth interviews, Johnson provides insight into the harsh realities of how our nation’s educational and welfare systems often intertwine in ways that diminish the potential and opportunities for these young people. Yet amidst the adversities, these stories resonate with themes of hope, resistance, and possibility. Guided by resilience theory and other asset-based concepts, Johnson sheds light on the protective mechanisms that enable postsecondary access and success, even in the face of towering barriers.

Видео Fall Equity Book Talk: From Foster Care to College канала USC Race and Equity Center