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Housing and Placement Concerns at CYFD

July 11, 2025

7.11.25 – For years, reporters Ed Williams of Searchlight New Mexico and Taylor Velazquez of KUNM News have documented the shortcomings and failures of the New Mexico Children, Youth and Families Department. In their conversation with host Nash Jones, the pair discuss the new changes made at the department that aim to address its many issues surrounding child placement and housing. 

Host: Nash Jones 

Guests: 
Ed Williams, Reporter, Searchlight New Mexico  
Taylor Velazquez, Reporter, KUNM News 

For More Information: 

Another life lost in New Mexico’s foster care system – Searchlight New Mexico 

Let’s talk about reforms for CYFD – KUNM News