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A Message from
the State Child Advocate
Amanda F. Whittle, JD, CWLS
I am grateful to share with you the June 2023 edition of the Department of Children's Advocacy's newsletter, containing highlights from last month.
It's amazing how quickly this year is flying by, but we've made some big strides, including the exciting release of the Request for Proposals for the psychiatric residential treatment facility that will provide a place for justice-involved youth who are seriously mentally ill.
We've also completed some trainings between DSS, Foster Care Review Division, and the Guardian ad Litem program that will strengthen relationships, provide better understanding of roles and responsibilities, and ultimately allow for better outcomes for children in our state.
Our FY22 Annual Report was also published this month, and we hope you enjoy the new look and find the information useful.
We thank you for reading this newsletter and for all you do to improve outcomes for children in South Carolina.
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