Amy Duarte

Axel sits down with Amy Duarte, a first-gen advocate whose journey through the foster care system is as powerful as it is eye-opening. They talk about navigating life without stability, the emotional weight of growing up in the system, and how those experiences shaped her identity and purpose. Amy opens up about the challenges foster youth face, the gaps within the system, and what it means to turn pain into purpose. Today, she’s using her voice to advocate for foster youth and push for meaningful policy change. It’s honest, emotional, and a reminder that your story can become your power.RESOURCEShttps://nfyi.org/https://www.childrennow.org/https://www.plannedparenthood.org/MIJO PODCASTInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/mijopodcast/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@themijopodcastWebsite: https://www.mijopodcast.comAXELInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/axelperez.png/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@themijopodcastDisclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are solely those of the host and guests. They do not reflect the official policy, position, or opinions of any agency, or organization.