The Islamic Fostering Service, launched on Friday (30 May), will provide religiously and culturally appropriate homes for Muslim children in the care system.
Directors Ismail Amaan and Mohamed Munaf Zina spent two years developing the scheme, which will be available first in the south east and may spread throughout the country.
Nationally, there is a shortage of 8,000 foster carers. But the problem is even more acute in the Muslim community. Of the estimated 2,000 Muslim children in care, the majority end up in non-Muslim households.
The Islamic Fostering Service, which has been set up by Foster Care Link, has recruited and trains foster parents throughout Greater London and the surrounding counties.
Register Now to Continue Reading
Thank you for visiting Children & Young People Now and making use of our archive of more than 60,000 expert features, topics hubs, case studies and policy updates. Why not register today and enjoy the following great benefits:
What's Included
-
Free access to 4 subscriber-only articles per month
-
Email newsletter providing advice and guidance across the sector
Already have an account? Sign in here
