Heaven, 16 years old, NM | 17 DAYS WAITING

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Heaven enjoys walking, swimming, drawing, spending time with dogs, and learning about criminal justice. She is a strong self-advocate who effectively communicates her needs, interests, and goals. Heaven has expressed a keen interest in learning about her family history and Black heritage. Although she has sought support in exploring this aspect of her identity, the adults in her life have not consistently followed through with these efforts. She wants to reconnect with her biological family; however, previous attempts have been unsuccessful due to ongoing safety concerns in her environment.

Heavenly has indicated that she identifies with her Black heritage based on her physical appearance. However, she has limited knowledge of her family background, cultural roots, and ancestry. She has a strong desire to learn more about this aspect of her identity and to gain a deeper understanding of her origins.