Miracle Foundation India’s Youth Ambassadors, drawn from Child Care Institutions (CCIs) and local communities, play a vital role in raising awareness about the importance of a family for every child and driving meaningful impact. This month, we celebrate Maya (name changed) from Maharashtra, who joined our Youth Ambassadors Program in 2023.

After her parents separated, Maya’s mother, facing financial hardship and lacking a local support system, decided to place her in a CCI when Maya was 11. She hoped that the CCI would provide Maya not only with a more secure environment but also with educational opportunities and essential resources that she was unable to provide on her own. Currently in Class 12 (Information Technology) Science at a Junior College in Maharashtra, Maya lives in the CCI and actively takes on leadership roles. She joined the Youth Ambassador program with great enthusiasm, overcoming her fears through rigorous preparation. Her selection marked a turning point, boosting her confidence and deepening her commitment to social work.

As a Youth Ambassador, Maya now leads Play for Peace sessions, nurturing social and emotional skills among younger children through the power of play, a role that highlights her natural ability to inspire and uplift. Maya also volunteers with Prakruthi, a local organization committed to women’s development and community empowerment, regularly taking part in peer exchanges and online sessions. Inspired by the mentors who guided her and her personal growth, Maya aspires to become a psychologist, driven to use her experience to support others facing similar challenges.

Her transformation from a quiet, uncertain child to a confident youth leader reflects the power of care, guidance, and opportunity.