Kiera’s story reflects the importance of self advocacy and support, values that also guide this month’s Hero of the Month, Junely Merwin.

A United Friends alum, advocate, speaker, and higher education professional, Junely has transformed her lived foster care experience into meaningful work that supports students and drives systems change.

Through her organization, Merwin Jay Act, she amplifies stories, advocates for educational access, and helps create pathways for foster youth and marginalized students to thrive.

Thank you, Junely, for continuing to use your voice and leadership to inspire change and empower others.