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Peering into the Window of Opportunity
Jesus Angel Rodriguez is a student at UCLA, studying political science and public affairs. On campus, Rodriguez works at UCLA's resource center for the Bruin Guardian Scholars program. At the resource center, Rodriguez assists students affected by the foster care system and homelessness.
College Grant Program for Minnesota Foster Youth a Victim of its Own Success
Alex Perez is a Minnesota-based reporter covering child welfare. He is a graduate of Northwestern University’s Medill School of Journalism, with a master’s degree in investigative journalism. He received a bachelor’s degree in broadcast journalism from North Central College.
When They First Started Happening
Cheyenne Cobb is a creative leader and multimedia artist, with talents ranging from filmmaking, producing, directing, editing, fashion, painting and design. As a transitional youth impacted by the foster care system, Cobb is passionate about uplifting the stories of others with lived experience and founded Jenni's Flower, a non-profit that provides resources and support for other youth transitioning out of the system to bloom their flowers. Through Jenni's Flower, Cobb has created and maintained two successful programs, such as the Foster Youth Flea Market and the RoundTwo Mindful Mixed Martial Arts program, reaching over 50+ transition-age youth in just one year of operation. Cobb hopes to continue to fulfill her purpose of empowering others to heal and become self-sufficient through all avenues of her work and art.
From Foster Care to College: Bridging the Gap between Isolation and Inclusion
Travis Matthews is a driven senior at Hamline University, pursuing a degree in legal studies. As the student body president, he leads with passion and dedication, advocating for the student body. Matthews is deeply committed to making a difference in legislation and policy within child welfare and youth advocacy. His role as a Senior Youth Policy Fellow at Youthprise underscores his dedication to empowering young people and creating positive change. With a strong focus on social justice and equity, Matthews strives to amplify the voices of young people across the state of Minnesota. Outside academia, he enjoys outdoor adventures and listening to Taylor Swift.
Why We’re Opting In to Invest in Supporting Families
Samsher (Sam) Gill is the president and CEO of the Doris Duke Foundation. View all articles by Samsher (Sam) JooYeun Chang is the program director for child well-being at the Doris Duke Foundation.
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