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Unlocking Potential - Paving the Future for Foster Youth

Offered By: TEDx via YouTube

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Child Welfare Courses Personal Development Courses Leadership Courses Resilience Courses Community Engagement Courses Mentorship Courses Social Impact Courses Foster Care Courses

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Discover a powerful TEDx talk that explores the transformative impact individuals can have on the lives of foster youth. Join Stacy Johnson, a former foster child turned CEO, as she shares her inspiring journey from the foster care system to founding Central Texas Table of Grace, a non-profit organization dedicated to supporting foster children. Learn how Johnson's firsthand experiences fuel her unwavering commitment to making a difference in the lives of vulnerable youth. Gain insights from a speaker recognized as the "Most Remarkable Woman of the Year" by NBC's KXAN in 2021 and honored with the "Young Leader Award" from the Texas Women Foundation in 2022. Explore the themes of resilience, hope, and the potential for positive change as Johnson demonstrates how every person has the power to profoundly impact others' lives. Draw inspiration from this moving presentation that showcases the speaker's expertise in foster care and youth advocacy, offering valuable perspectives on creating a brighter future for foster youth.

Syllabus

Unlocking Potential: Paving the Future for Foster Youth | Stacy Johnson | TEDxTexasStateUniversity


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