2025 RELATIVES AS PARENTS (RAP) ANNUAL EMPOWERING FAMILIES CONFERENCE

Theme: “A Kinship Celebration” with a carnival/fair/festival motif and atmosphere Houston, TX – January 19, 2025 – Relatives As Parents (RAP) is excited to announce its annual Empowering Families Conference, celebrating the resilience, strength, and contributions of kinship caregivers—family members and friends who have stepped in to care for youth in lieu of them going into state care (Child Protective Services, CPS). The event will take place on Saturday, February 22, 2025, at DePelchin Children’s Center in Houston, Texas, and promises to provide a fun and informative environment for all attendees. This year’s theme, “A Kinship Celebration”, will feature a carnival/fair/festival-inspired atmosphere, offering something for everyone, including food, door prizes, inspiring speakers, and community resources. Attendees will also see the recognition of community partners who have made a significant impact on RAP’s mission in 2024, along with the celebration of positive youth achievements. This event is completely free to attend, but registration is required. Childcare for children ages 6-14 is available (please mention when registering). Bilingual Spanish services will also be offered (please indicate when registering). Featured Panels: “Ask A Family Law Attorney” – with Community Christian Legal Aid and Texas Legal Services Center Navigating Family Grief and Loss Peer...