Every year, thousands of youth age out of the foster care system challenging the stability and life skills to prepare them to live as productive adults. Many of these youth will find themselves without a high school degree and unable to secure gainful employment, which can lead to homelessness, poverty, and entry into the criminal justice system. In this session, participants will hear from former foster youth (ages 20-40) who will share who and what has helped them find success in the journey. Participants will also learn innovative approaches organizations are taking to protect foster care children and youth and provide hope to those who find themselves rapidly aging out of the foster care system.