Day of Action & Press Coverage: Dignity for Foster Youth

On March 26, Policy Entrepreneur Sofie Fashana joined Fair Futures, state lawmakers, and foster youth at the New York State Capitol for a rally and press conference demanding legislation that guarantees proper, dignified luggage for young people in foster care.

The day was covered by The Imprint, in an article by journalist Susanti Sarkar titled “As New York State Budget Deadline Looms Closer, Foster Youth and Advocates Rally to End Use of Trash Bags.” The piece features quotes from young people and elected officials urging the inclusion of Senate Bill S.3781 in the Governor’s budget.

The Legislative Gazette also covered the event, quoting Fashana:

“Our possessions are more than just objects. They are symbols of our identity, our history, and our worth.”

These articles help spotlight the voices of foster youth and the urgent need to bring dignity in the foster system and mandate proper luggage.