For 16 years, FCAN has been instrumental in developing policies and programs that strengthen and support HIV-affected families.  FCAN is also well known for its advocacy efforts on behalf of HIV affected children, youth, and families. FCAN’s Advocacy Task Force began in 1992 and promptly set about advocating for additional options for families interested in making future care plans for their children. Owing in large part to FCAN’s ongoing efforts, provisions for standby guardianship and short-term guardianship became law in January 1994. In 1999, FCAN’s advocacy efforts led to passage of the nation’s first standby adoption legislation. Over the years, FCAN has repeatedly advocated against legislation that would mandate that pregnant women be tested for HIV.

Resources
Short-Term Guardianship-FAQ (PDF)
Short-Term Guardianship-FAQ (Word)
Standby Guardianship-FAQ  (PDF)
Standby Guardianship-FAQ (Word)
Standby Adoption-FAQ-(PDF)
Standby Adoption-FAQ-(Word)