Tag: Anyé

My Fairy GodParents’ Youth Coordinator, the multi-talented Anyé Young, landed an internship at Aventiv Technologies as their 2024 Community Engagement Summer Intern! Anyé is not only an accomplished author and actress but also a passionate advocate for change. She completed her Bachelor of Arts in Dramatic Arts, Film & Television with Magna Cum Laude honors from The University of Southern California in 2023. Her dedication to making a positive impact aligns perfectly with our mission at Aventiv. She is a remarkable individual with a diverse background. Born in Greensboro, NC, USA, Anyé is a Caribbean-American author and actress with a mother from The Commonwealth of Dominica and a father from the United States. Anyé has shown a strong commitment to advocacy and empowerment from a young age.

At just 16 years old, she authored the book “Teen Guide to Living With Incarcerated Parents: A Self-Help Book for Coping During an Age of Mass Incarceration.” This book reflects her personal experiences and offers guidance to other teenagers coping with the incarceration of a parent. Her book was also translated into Korean version in 2020 and featured as a chapter in a publication distributed by Hakjisa Publisher in Seoul, South Korea. Anyé’s work aims to motivate and inspire children in similar situations to overcome challenges and succeed despite difficult circumstances.

Her advocacy extends beyond her writing, as she has been a keynote speaker at events such as the 2019 Biennial Conference hosted by the International Coalition for Children With Incarcerated Parents at the University of Huddersfield in England, which focused on children with incarcerated parents. Anyé’s efforts are driven by a desire to help others understand and navigate the complexities associated with having a loved one in prison. Anyé’s passion for prison reform and her dedication to helping those affected by incarceration make her an inspiring figure and a valuable addition to any team or initiative focused on social justice and community support.

As we continue to innovate and drive forward our community engagement initiatives, Anyé’s unique perspective and creative energy will be invaluable. We’re looking forward to the fresh ideas and contributions she will bring to our team. Stay tuned as she embarks on her journey and creates new pathways for empowerment and growth. Congratulations, Anyé!