Speaking about personal experiences in child welfare takes courage, intention, and heart. In this powerful conversation, Youth Voices Rising panelists reflect on why they choose to share their lived experiences publicly—and the personal, communal, and systemic impact that comes from speaking truth to power. This space will center healing and authenticity as panelists explore the power of storytelling as advocacy, the importance of protecting one’s well-being while sharing, and the ways that lived experience continues to drive positive change in policy and practice. Participants will leave inspired, informed, and reminded that voice is one of the most powerful tools for transformation.