Florida

Georgina Rodriguezs spent 12 years in Florida's Foster Care System Georgina Rodriguez is obviously a very self-reflective and determined individual. She is currently attending school and working in child welfare as well as staying involved in advocacy events around her state. On top of taking on the responsibilities of a... Read more

Antron relocated to seven different schools during his elementary years, not by choice, but due to caseworker instability. Antron experienced anger and confusion during his youth until compassionate and wonderful foster parents came along. These parents gave him the love and care that was missing which has influenced his current... Read more

Amanda entered foster care at the age of 2 and experienced 15 different placements. At the age of 17 she attained a job and graduated from high school with little contact from the state. This separation gave her the knowledge of what she wanted to do in her life. “After... Read more

Candice is a college graduate from the University of Central Florida. She has a degree in Interdisciplinary Studies with focuses in Mass Communication, English, and Sociology. Candice plans to get her Master’s degree in Public Relations. Candice is very involved with the National Association of Black Journalists and volunteers her... Read more

Taran has been in the foster care system since birth, experiencing over 20 placements. He has spoken at many events and been an active member of his local Youth Advisory Board, TEEN FOCUS. Through this group he has been able to meet with youth in the foster care system, and... Read more

Ashley is a current foster youth participating in the Subsidized Independent Living Program. She entered the foster care system at the age of fourteen and has experienced eight different placements in three years. Ashley currently lives many states away from her four siblings, whom she wishes lived closer. Ashley experienced... Read more

While in the foster care system, Anderson was forced to overcome educational and personal obstacles in order to achieve success. While in high school alone Anderson was placed into 5 different homes. This constant change and turmoil not only disrupted his educational status, but created a sense of negativity about... Read more

Council Term: 2012-2014 Linda Lee entered the Florida foster care system at age nine. She experienced three placements and spent nine years in foster care before aging out at 18 years old. Although foster care is a difficult experience for many young people, Linda was able to utilize her resources... Read more

Onchantho Am spent over 2 years in the Florida foster care system where she eventually aged out. At an early age she learned that life was filled with trials and tribulations that can seem endless. She found the courage to transform challenges to something more motivational, and sought refuge in... Read more

Roosevelt was in foster care since the age of 13. During his time in care he lived in two homes and was able to find permanency with his last home. He currently attends Hillsborough Community College with the goal of an Associate Degree in Criminal Justice Technology. Roosevelt plans to... Read more