My Fairy GodParents is proud to share that Anyé Young has been selected for the 2026 Osborne Fellowship, an opportunity that reflects the power of lived experience, youth voice, and storytelling rooted in purpose.

Anyé Young, author of Teen Guide to Living With Incarcerated Parents, has long represented the kind of voice MFGP was created to uplift. Her work speaks directly to young people navigating the emotional, social, and personal impact of parental incarceration. Through her writing and advocacy, she helps make space for conversations that are often overlooked, misunderstood, or left unspoken.

Her selection for the Osborne Fellowship is an important milestone, not only for Anyé, but for the larger mission of My Fairy GodParents. MFGP believes that young people deserve to be seen, heard, supported, and equipped with resources that honor their experiences. This recognition strengthens our commitment to building platforms where youth voices can lead public education, shape advocacy, and inspire more compassionate systems of support.

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Anyé's voice reminds us why storytelling matters. When young people are heard, families are strengthened and communities are invited to respond with care.

Storytelling is not simply a creative tool for MFGP. It is a bridge. It helps families feel less alone. It helps caregivers better understand the children they support. It helps communities recognize the lasting impact of incarceration beyond the person who is incarcerated. Most importantly, it reminds the public that children and families are part of the story too.

Anyé's work continues to inspire MFGP's growing storytelling ecosystem, including resource-building, caregiver education, youth-centered programming, and future creative campaigns. Her voice represents what becomes possible when young people are given room to tell the truth about their lives with dignity, courage, and care.

As MFGP continues to grow, this milestone reinforces the organization's vision for a future where young people impacted by incarceration have access to tools, visibility, and support that reflect the complexity of their experiences.

We celebrate Anyé Young and this powerful next step in her journey.