Learning Hard and Soft Skills at First Star Academy

05/21/21 • 23 min

First Star partners with universities and child welfare agencies throughout the country to make a long-term investment in foster youth and change the course of their lives, from abuse and neglect to academic achievement and self-sufficiency. In this segment, meet Lyndsey Wilson the CEO of First Star for an incredible conversation about First Star Academy and amazing news for Hampton Roads!

For more information, visit FosterCareAware.org

For more information, visit FosterCareAware.org

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