Empowering Foster Youth: Florida's Young Adult Housing Support Law

Geori Seldine, Executive Director of Florida's Children First, spearheaded the advocacy for at-risk youth in foster care, leading to the passage of the 'Young Adult Housing Support' law in Florida. This legislation aims to provide housing assistance to transitioning youth from foster care, prioritizing campus housing, expanding housing voucher access, and simplifying the residential leasing process. By addressing housing instability, the law paves the way for foster youth to pursue post-secondary education and career goals with stability, with Florida Youth SHINE playing a pivotal role in advocating for this impactful change.