District of Columbia

Jamarri K He/Him/His 22 Years Old Washington D.C. “Sure I'm only one person, but I now understand that the foster youth of D.C. look up to me in a way, and that I have to continue being their torch in the darkness until we meet others walking the same path... Read more

Ashley Strange was placed in foster care at the age of fifteen in the District of Columbia. She was in two different homes and during that time was able to have help with a learning disability that changed her perspective on school. She currently works in the Office of Councilmember... Read more

Sharita spent nine years in the foster care system in Washington DC. During that time Sharita was in two foster homes, emancipating in 2007. Sharita currently holds a position for the Young Women’s Project, specifically for the Foster Care Campaign. She was elected Sergeant in Arms, and in this position... Read more