<p>Welcome to 'Un-Parented,' where the untold stories of the foster care system come to light. I'm your host, Mona Rene, with over two decades of experience in the Child welfare. I've seen the inner workings, the successes, but more often, the hidden struggles of a system that may do more harm than good. Each week, we'll dive deep into the raw and uncensored stories from my personal experiences, as well as candid conversations with former foster care children and fellow workers. These are the voices that are rarely heard, the stories that need to be told. Join me as we unravel the status quo, complexities and challenges. As we advocate for a brighter future. It's time to lift the veil on the foster care system.</p>
This week, we’re joined by Cole Williams, founder of The Delta Project — a father, former foster parent, and youth advocate who shares the deeply personal story of calling the police on his own son… and what that moment taught him about the foster care system, trauma, healing, and himself. What happens when the system designed to help ends up doing harm? How do we parent when we ourselves are unwell? How do we turn pain into purpose?