Maya Angelou, renowned poet and author, had a difficult childhood, spending part of her youth in foster care, kinship care and experiencing trauma from abuse. Her experiences shaped her advocacy for marginalized communities.
Maya used her platform to fight for civil rights, social justice, and the empowerment of disenfranchised communities, including youth who have experienced trauma and abuse. Her work, particularly her memoir I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings, has been a source of inspiration for those in care systems worldwide.