Josiah, 18 years old, NE

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Since he was young, Josiah has shown great resilience and strength while facing challenges in the foster care system. He entered care as a teenager and has moved through different placements with maturity. Despite these transitions, he has stayed optimistic and focused on his future. What makes Josiah special is his kind heart and determination. He has learned to trust others instead of building walls. Known for being thoughtful and compassionate, Josiah has made significant progress in a short time. Josiah loves art and drawing! Although he isn’t sure what he wants to do after graduating high school, he is exploring his options by working and talking to others about their experiences. Drawing brings him joy and allows him to express himself, and he enjoys sharing his art to make others smile. Despite his difficult past, Josiah looks to the future with hope and purpose. This wish celebrates his journey and honors the resilient, talented person he is becoming.

Josiah is a creative young person who loves making art. Throughout his time in foster care, art has helped him cope with difficult emotions and stress, while also boosting his confidence. Although moving between homes and schools has been challenging, drawing has been a constant in his life, providing him with stability and a sense of identity. He would love to get this set of paint pens and continue expressing himself!