Women on the Rise: Advocating for Youth Through Education with Sharon Dunlevy
BFF Empowerment Podcast · Blaque Diamond
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Show Notes
In this powerful Women on the Rise episode, Blaque Diamond sits down with Sharon Dunlevy, a passionate educational advocate for children in foster care. Sharon shares how her journey from children's ministry to policy-level education reform has transformed the lives of countless youth, especially those aging out of the system.
Together, they unpack:
- The urgent need for trauma-informed practices in schools
- The misconceptions about foster care and educational access
- The lifelong impact of unresolved trauma on children in the system
- Sharon’s real-world success stories of foster youth rising above their circumstances
- How everyday people can support and advocate for children in foster care—without being a foster parent
Blaque Diamond also shares a piece of her own powerful story of childhood trauma and vision loss due to abuse, bringing raw emotion and deep relatability to the conversation.
Whether you're a foster parent, educator, survivor, or simply someone who wants to make a difference—this episode is a must-listen. Learn how resilience, advocacy, and community can break generational cycles and uplift children who deserve a fighting chance.
Resources Shared:
- Download Sharon’s educational report: www.fostercareort.com
- Connect with Sharon on LinkedIn: Sharon Dunlevy
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