Unbelievably Resilient

From what we've learned to what we are. From our "family" to yours this movement is growing. Join us for some of the funniest moments of the season, as we recap a few things from our wild ride. Since the beginning we've said that we are building this plane as we fly. The difference now is that there's space for you to climb aboard. Be part of the mission, help us rewrite the narrative of what it m...

What is the Foster Youth Vote? How is child welfare on the ballot when it comes to election season? When the government legally becomes your "parent" or when you are "raised" by a system such as the child welfare system, what does it mean for you to have a voice and to be an advocate?

Meet Ria, an advocate through and through, she's always got your back and will not hesitate to extend her compassion. Her ability to set boundaries and face tough situations is surely some of her greatest attributes. Tune in to this episode to see it all in action. To find out more visit us at www.urfosterstrong.org .

Meet Maraide from Foster youth to the film industry, she's seen it all. Tune in to catch a glimpse of how she has turned her shame into her greatest pride and learn how, from a life filled with chaos, she gained control of her life and embraced empowerment. For more info visit us a urfosterstrong.org

Meet Carloe, our resident "servant leader". With a devotion akin to no other, he will show you what it means to see "the light in the dark". Seeing the light in himself has helped him overcome and he believes the world would better if everyone could see their inner jewel. But where did this come from, did he just wake up one day and be able to do this, not quite, tune in to find out how. For more...

Meet Slam the poet, at any moment she can be found spreading love and happiness. She sheds light into the world with her words and her wisdom clearly shines through. From "foster solider" to dreamer she has managed to hold onto the fun and the things that matter in life-things she says helped her and her siblings throughout their most trying times. To learn more visit us at urfosterstrong.org

She's a firecracker with a heart that's the size of the moon. They say everything is bigger in Texas, well her dedication to others, lives up to that tale. From foster kid to Foster Care and Adoption Specialist, there is clearly something amazing about Ivy's ability to overcome adversity. Tune in to hear more about how she managed and what she has learned throughout her time in care.

He's down to earth. He's got a big heart, a bigger personality, and an even bigger smile. Tune in to catch a glimpse of how Nate broke the cycle and became the person he is today. From detention centers to a life of management and public speaking Nate's story is testament to his grit, easygoing attitude and ability to roll with the punches.

Tune in this week to catch our very own co-host Candi Marie as she shares about her journey from trauma to triumph, from Florida to Hollywood, from foster kid to foster warrior. She's said it before and she'll say it again, "Where you come from doesn't dictate where you're going." For more info. visit us at urfosterstrong.org.

Tune in this episode to hear how the team has dealt with boundary setting and how they have benefited from healthy boundaries with themselves and those around them. Learn more at urfosterstrong.org

It is the presence of relationships and sometimes the lack thereof that make a difference in our lives. Hear from the team as we share about our relationships growing up in care...the ones that were saved, the ones that were left behind, and the ones we still hold close today.

Enduring trauma is commonplace in the life of youth growing up in foster care. Listen in as our team members talk about their relationships with mental health. The team embraces vulnerability as they share about their own experiences and what has helped them over the years. From stigmas to self care the team examines several aspects of mental health. For more info visit us at urfosterstrong.org.

With demonstrations going on around the world and in the wake of continued racial injustices our team members Adrian, Slam, Ivy-Marie, and Candi provide their perspectives on the intersection of race, foster care and civil unrest. Tune in to hear how their experience with the foster care system was impacted by race and listen until the end for a special word from our very own, Slam, the poet.

On this episode, the FosterStrong team discuss the huge accomplishment that graduation is for youth coming from the foster care system. Listen in to hear from two of our team members, Maraide and Slam, as they talk about their own academic journeys and we examine the intersection between foster care and pursuing higher education. To learn more visit us at urfosterstrong.org

On this episode, you will meet FosterStrong team Keri, Adrian, Ria and Lino. They will explore what FosterStrong is and how it all got started. Tune in to hear from Ria, on her experience entering the foster care system and where she is now. You will also get to hear from the Director and Screenwriter of Instant Family, Sean Anders, about the vision of FosterStrong.  We are now Unbelievably R...