She / Her

Indianapolis, IN 

Cinthia is a successful young lady that came to the United States when she was 14 years old looking for better opportunities such as education. She entered the foster care system when she was 16 years old, aged out when she was 21 years old and is currently in voluntary services. Facing challenges such as language barrier, unstable housing , financially, etc . She graduated Avon High School and is now pursuing a degree in Spanish as a first generation, in the long run she would love to pursue her masters in Social Work.  Throughout her time  in foster care she has been able to participate in events such as the Equity Project, OPPS interviews, Breaking Down Barriers Conference, etc. She was also recognized as the Outstanding Youth Advocate 2024. She hopes to become a voice for those who don’t have one in the foster care system, she is 

open to any opportunities given within the foster care hoping to make connections to improve the foster care system and other youth don’t go through the same situation she faced.


 
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