A styling gel for Nyla who takes pride in how she shows up every day as she works toward stability and independence
Nyla, 21 years old, CA | 1 DAY WAITING
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AcademySTAYNyla aged out of the foster care system and knows firsthand what it is like to not have a place that feels safe or permanent. Before coming to AcademySTAY, she was unhoused, and she is now focused on building something steady for herself. She is enrolled in a construction trade program and is about to begin a carpentry apprenticeship, with a particular interest in drywall and plastering, and she is determined to turn that training into reliable work. Alongside her trade, Nyla is building the everyday skills of independent living: budgeting, financial literacy, and holding onto safe housing. She is clear about what she wants, which is a secure home of her own and work that lets her feel stable, and she shows up ready to put in the effort to get there.
Nyla takes care of herself, including her hair. She’s asked for this professional-hold styling gel because it’s part of the routine that helps her feel pulled together and confident when she walks out the door. For young women like Nyla who are working hard to build stability, looking and feeling your best is part of the work.
