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Are you a changemaker?
Young people like you across the country are volunteering, acting as leaders and role models, advocating, and making an impact in the lives of others. Read their stories below and tell us about how you are creating change for yourself and others!
Sixto
Being part of this youth board turned my anger for the foster care system into passion. I had a story but my peers did, too. It became less about me and more about a group of youth who many people forget about.
Foster Care
Leadership and Advocacy
Hayley
I was inspired to create MY LIFE...because there was really a lack of places that youth could share their voice, and make a positive difference in their lives and in the community.
Foster Care
Health and Safety
Mental Health and Wellbeing
Janessa
I was inspired to pursue advocacy work because there are so many youth who just need the tools to succeed.
Foster Care
Leadership and Advocacy
Jaylynn
My goal is to...be the best role model that I can be for the tribe to show them that staying involved with the community is important for youth because it can have a major impact on their future and health.
Employment
Health and Safety
Leadership and Advocacy
Carrie
I believe in the power of youth. I believe in the importance of including young people in decisions that will impact them.
Education
Employment
Health and Safety
Leroy
People should remember that foster youth are human beings, not paperwork…Don’t give up on us.
Foster Care
Leadership and Advocacy