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Millie Tejan-gbla

Millie Tejan-gbla is a 25 year old former foster youth from Houston, Texas. Millie was originally born in Sacramento California before relocating to the Lone Star State at the age of 6. Millie knew she had a knack for writing when she won a writing competition in 3rd grade. Millie has placed herself in roles that allow her to express her creative abilities via writing ever since. In her free time, Millie enjoys mixing music, reading about history, and traveling.

Former Foster Youth in Fashion Tells His Story to Encourage Others

1/10/2022

Former Foster Youth in Fashion Tells His Story to Encourage Others

A Youth Voice Q&A with Keundre Hawkins, a 23-year-old model from Houston who spent time in foster care and is working toward his dreams.

When College Is Not in Session, Where Do Foster Youth Turn?

1/4/2022

When College is Not in Session, Where Do Foster Youth Turn?

When college campuses close for holiday break or in an unprecedented emergency like the coronavirus pandemic, the former foster youth who rely on colleges for housing security are left scrambling to fill that gap.

When the Highs Combat the Lows

11/22/2021

When the Highs Combat the Lows: Substance Abuse and its Impact on Foster Youth

A prevalent escape that poses a great threat to the success of many foster youth is drug use, writes Millie Tejan-gbla.