"I have been feeling more alive! I can go farther, farther and farther. With all the experience and all the knowledge that I have gained, I can serve more and give back." Francione About Francione Francione Sousa Neff stands as a beacon of resilience and transformation. Her narrative, from adversity to advocacy, unfolds as a testament to the human spirit's capacity to triumph over tribulation. Coparenting with Ammon Neff, she embraces her role as a mother to two beloved children: Ana Rosa (6) and Preston (2). Born and bred in Brazil, Francione's formative years were shaped by the profound influence of her grandmother Rosa. Despite enduring the challenges of being a foster child, Francione's determination remained steadfast. At a pivotal moment at the age of 13, she bravely sought refuge from adversity and abuse within her family, setting forth on a journey of self-discovery. Her transformative odyssey mirrors a journey from scarcity to abundance, isolation to belonging, and adversity to purpose. Rising above a history of deprivation, neglect, and instability, Francione emerged as a staunch advocate for those navigating similar arduous paths. Navigating the complexities of an autoimmune ailment stemming from past trauma, Francione gleaned invaluable insights into resilience, combating depression, and embracing optimism amidst adversity. Upon immigrating to the United States, she recognized her own life as a testament to the foster care system, galvanizing her commitment to supporting the foster community and embodying the ideals of liberty and opportunity as a proud U.S. citizen. As a fervent advocate for personal growth, Francione draws inspiration from mentors Tony Robbins and Dean Graziose, harnessing the power of the underdog to motivate and empower others. At the heart of Francione's mission lies The Hope Foundation for Foster Youth Housing, a sanctuary dedicated to providing foster youth aging out of the system with guidance, support, and tools for rebuilding their lives. Her dedication to fostering resilience and empowerment among foster and former foster children extends through initiatives like The Bag of Hope and The Foster Children Housing Loan Project (FCHLP), aimed at providing essential resources for healing and growth. Francione invites others to join her in supporting The Bag of Hope Initiative with TLC Engineer Women's Initiative through donations to The Bag of Hope Project from May 13 - 31, 2024. Together, let us ignite lasting change and empower foster youth to become architects of their own destinies. Thank you for listening today. A huge thank you again to Francione for sharing her story with our community. Until next time, live boldly! 💙Carami Creator | HostSecond Half Chronicles Connect with Francione: Hope Foundation: https://www.fosterhopehousing.org/ Bag of Hope: https://buy.stripe.com/dR65kC8fL2EPd2w5kk TLC Engineer Women’s Initiative: https://tlc-engineers.com/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/francione-neff-5b3a2755/ Francione’s Book - Get What You Want From Life Now: https://a.co/d/5SwLTo5 Connect with the Second Half Chronicles community: Instagram: @secondhalfchronicles Spotify: Second Half Chronicles on Spotify Apple Podcasts: Second Half Chronicles on Apple Podcasts YouTube: Second Half Chronicles on YouTube 🦋Support our work with the purchase or an interactive writing journal entitled My Second Half Chronicles Journal from Amazon. 🔷 What's inside: 15 pages self discovery exercises 26 journal writing prompts 200 lined journal pages Inspirational quotes Trending Second Half Chronicles brand adieu 💫 An incredible gift for that person pivoting in their Second Half on Amazon. If you like my work and want to say thanks, you can buy me a coffee! Contribute with any amount you are comfortable to pay - click on the link below. The ‘coffee‘ will give me the 'kick' to keep this Second Half conversation going. Thank you, Carami https://www.buymeacoffee.com/carami
