DMC in the place to be…at the US Capitol
Darryl “DMC” McDaniels says “all that Run DMC King of Rock stuff was just a set up to get me where I’m supposed to be…. helping youth.” As you will see in this clips clearly he has amazing skills and passion for doing both. Check out DMC dropping rhymes, knowledge and inspiration as he discusses […]
The Faces of Young Constituents
Rep. Karen Bass brings foster children to Washington SARAH D. WIRE IRFAN KHAN Los Angeles Times REP. KAREN BASS (D-Los Angeles), started the Congressional Foster Youth Shadow Program five years ago, during her first term. BASS talks about life in the foster care system with her shadows in the Capitol, Thessalonia Logan, 23, and Martin […]
Foster children take over Congress for a day
By Sarah D. Wire Rep. Karen Bass (D-Los Angeles) wants members of Congress to picture the face of a constituent when they vote on legislation about the nation’s foster care system. So this week, she brought foster kids to Washington. Ninety-nine young people trailed representatives through the halls of the Capitol, telling their stories between […]
May Newsletter
Headlines: A Note From Our Executive Director Tennessee Listening Tour NFYI’s Evening of Learning and Celebration Los Angeles City Council Presentation PSA on the Dr.Phil Show Visit Our New Website! Congressional Shadow Day A Note From Our Executive Director Last week we were at the City Council Chambers, and the President of the Council, Herb […]
Foster Care message for Ellen D from the US capitol
View Video Foster Care Alumni Johnoi Shaw asked us to record and share this message and dance he hopes will reach the eyes of Ellen Degeneres. Recorded at the US Capitol while he was participating in the 2016 Foster Youth Shadow Day on May 25, 2016. The event was a culmination of this year’s Foster […]