Innovation Labs: Reimagining Foster Care Support

Wed, 19 Nov 2025 22:40:54 +0000

When young people age out of foster care, many are left without essential documents, support, or a safe place to live. In this powerful short film, youth with lived experience share their stories of resilience — and the partners at Belmont Innovation Lab, Every Child Tennessee, and the Tennessee Department of Children’s Services explain how cross-sector collaboration is transforming the system.

Together, they’re building innovative solutions around mental health care, affordable housing, and consistent adult relationships — ensuring every young person has a chance to thrive.

🔹 Featuring:
Ella • Micaiah • Kathleen Clancy (Every Child Tennessee) • Tom Baldwin (Belmont Innovation Lab) • Eric Davis (Transition Council) • Lance Valeo (Governor’s Faith-Based and Community Initiative) • Courtney Matthews (DCS) • Ben Brewer (Wilmington Capital)