In our second episode, we speak with Melvin Roy, Melvin is a passionate advocate for foster youth, a dynamic speaker, and the founder of Foster U; a non-profit organization dedicated to empowering young people in foster care to pursue higher education.

Having experienced the foster care system himself, Melvin knows firsthand the challenges it presents. His work is driven by a deep belief in the potential of every young person and a commitment to helping them write their own success stories. In this conversation, Melvin hopes to inspire foster youth to break barriers, embrace their strengths, and aim for a brighter future.

Learn more about Melvin⁠ HERE⁠

If you would like to learn more anything mentioned in this episode, please reach out to us at⁠ tidewaterffc.org/myfuturequestions⁠

If you are triggered by any topics mentioned in this episode, please visit⁠ THIS SITE⁠ to find a support line suitable for you.

For more information on Tidewater Friends of Foster Care, visit our website at⁠ tidewaterffc.org⁠

This week, we’re thrilled to speak with Dr. Miranda Teixeira, a remarkable young doctor whose journey from foster and group homes to medical school is nothing short of inspiring. In this episode, she shares her powerful story of perseverance, resilience, and determination. Listen as Dr. Teixeira takes us through her challenges and triumphs, offering insight into how she turned her foster care experience into a springboard for success in the medical field and beyond.

Dr. Teixeira was joined by her roommate's bird during our chat, so that is the chirping you hear a few times during this episode.

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Learn more about Dr. Teixeira HERE

If you would like to learn more anything mentioned in this episode, please reach out to us at tidewaterffc.org/myfuturequestions

If you are triggered by any topics mentioned in this episode, please visit THIS SITE to find a support line suitable for you.

For more information on Tidewater Friends of Foster Care, visit our website at tidewaterffc.org

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