Resilient Voices & Beyond
by Michael D. Davis-Thomas Aka MDDTSpeaks
July 13, 2025 5:28 am
Resilient Voices & Beyond is a podcast that amplifies the voices of those who were once silenced and aims to empower a new generation of foster care alum leaders. Through conversations with community partners, leaders, advocates, and activists, this podcast educates listeners on reforms, policies, and advocacy related to foster care, adoption, kinship, CCIs, JJ, and the child welfare system. The podcast challenges stigmas and labels surrounding these topics and creates a dialogue on reform and advocacy that is already happening or needs to happen. The core values of Resilient Voices & Beyond include empowerment, inclusivity, education, collaboration, authenticity, and innovation. The mission of the podcast is to create a platform for silenced voices to be heard and received, while the vision is to inspire and empower a new generation of leaders committed to making a positive change in the world.
Recent Episodes
“Broken Systems, Funded Silence: Deconstructing the Nonprofit-Gov Pipeline” – Part 2
1 week ago“Broken Systems, Funded Silence: Deconstructing the Nonprofit-Gov Pipeline” – Part 1
2 months ago"Your direction is more important than your speed."
2 months ago“Life is not what happens to you, but how you respond to it.”
3 months ago“Work willingly at whatever you do, as though you were working for the Lord rather than for people.” – Colossians 3:23 (NLT)
3 months ago"Your Story Is Your Superpower—Own It, Share It, and Let It Open Doors for You."
3 months ago“Live life to the fullest, excel despite challenges, and never let those who wish you harm dictate your path.”
4 months ago“Love is the work.”
4 months ago" It only takes one adult to make a difference."
6 months ago"Hurt People Hurt People”
6 months ago