Platform for foster youth
To learn how to use their experiences to mold them into unashamed, strong, and successful leaders in society.
Laura Williams, President
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Testimonials
Just Who I Am will show foster youth can they can overcome stereotypes.
š The season of giving is here! Our Just Who I Am Toy Drive starts today and runs through December 21, 2024! Letās come together to bring smiles and joy to children this holiday season.
š Drop-off Location: New Legacy Youth Center 802 E. 46th Street, Los Angeles, CA 90011
Help us spread the magic of the holidays! Every toy counts. š§øš
For more details, visit www.justwhoiam.org or call (951) 447-2581.

What Just Who I Am inc means to me is too be strong and your not by yourself,someone is going to be there too love you and donāt be ashamed to let people know your story and you are beautiful and perfect the way you are-Spirit Daniels āempowering foster youth to embrace their uniqueness, for it is not my birth that confines me, but defines me. JWIA creates a world where every journey is celebrated, every voice heard, and every dream nurtured - that is what just who I am means to meā
ShiAnn Castle

This organization has so many doors open my eyes to a while that I never knew existed
Derrick Williams
Turning Pain Into Purpose
Written by Dr. Laura D. Williams
Turning Pain Into Purpose is an inspiring and heartfelt reflection on overcoming adversity, navigating the foster care system, and finding strength through lifeās challenges.
In the book, Dr. Williams shares pieces of her personal journey, lessons learned through hardship, and the motivation behind building a life dedicated to serving youth and families through Just Who I Am, Inc..
More than just a story, the book is a message of hope, healing, resilience, and faithāencouraging readers to embrace their journey, rise above obstacles, and discover purpose beyond their pain.
About Just WhoĀ IĀ Am
To learn how to use their experiences to mold them into unashamed, strong, and successful leaders in society.