Freedom Youth Family Justice Center

04/12/2026

My solo trip to Jamaica 🇯🇲 was nothing short of perfect. Every moment, every photo captured my growth, my healing, and the woman I am becoming.

This trip taught me how to truly be alone, to hone in on myself, and to take risks. I stepped outside of my comfort zone in ways I normally wouldn’t I went scuba diving, ATV riding, spent time on the beach, met new people in passing, and even went horseback riding in the ocean.

For me, those were real fears and risks. But I embraced them.

I’m not usually a risky person, but I’ve learned that there is no reward without risk… and new heights don’t come from staying comfortable.

As I step into this next chapter as a doctoral student, I feel aligned, optimistic, and deeply encouraged. I’m not just entering a new journey, I’m stepping into a new version of myself with boldness, confidence, and purpose.

New heights await me. And I’m ready. ✨

12/17/2025

07/11/2025

Enjoying this summer and all it have to bring. Live everyday intentionally.

03/09/2025

This is a classic case authorities seeing teens as a frequent runaway is a problem. Runaways are not guaranteed to come home they are not safe when they are on their own and outside of their house.

Police have charged Steven Gress, 35, and his partner, Michelle Brandes, 37, for the murder of 16-year-old Miranda Corsette in Florida

02/14/2025

Honored to attend Councilwoman Althea Stevens’ Black Girl Magic Day celebration and proclamation!

A heartfelt thank you to my dear friend, Deacon Seleste, for delivering a powerful invocation that set the tone for the day.

Sharing this empowering experience with my now 17-year-old daughter was truly special. As a Black woman, I’m inspired to continue showcasing my talents and making a difference. Let’s keep uplifting each other and embracing our magic!

02/14/2025

Excited to be at the Cityhall’s Black Girl Magic Day, hosted by Councilmember Althea Stevens. What an amazing day to be reminded that we a black girls and women embody magic.

My Good Friend Seleste gave the invocation and opened with a powerful prayer that set the tone of the event.

Congrats on being selected to do the will of God and release a powerful prayer. May God continue to bless you with opportunities to uplift and lead others to Christ.

At the black girl magic day event there was a constant reminder for black woman to remember who we are and what our ancestors have done so that we can walk tall and yield to nothing. In the worlds of Councilwoman Althea Steven’s, “we raised America,” and so we ought to show up with our talents and continue to build and thrive.

01/16/2025

12/29/2024

🌟 Join Us: National Human Trafficking Awareness Day - January 11, 2024

Be part of the change! Freedom Youth Family Justice Center invites you to a powerful day of awareness and action.

📍 Location: Mount Vernon City Hall

Morning Panel: 10 AM - 12 PM
✨ "Breaking Silence: Our Community United Against Human Trafficking"
• Expert speakers
• Survivor stories
• Community resources
• Interactive discussion

Afternoon Rally: 2 PM - 4 PM
✊ Mount Vernon City Hall Plaza
• Community march
• Inspiring speakers
• Resource fair
• Network with advocates

Your presence matters. Together, we can make our community safer.

Questions? Call us: 929-612-DOOR (3667)