Support MyFairyGodParents.org's INCCIP Journey
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My name is LaDàna Young, and I am not just the Founder and Executive Director of MyFairyGodParents.org—I am a mother, a caregiver, and someone with deeply lived experience navigating the challenges of parental incarceration. For nearly a decade, I raised my daughter, Anyé, while her father, Cedric, was incarcerated due to North Carolina’s mandatory sentencing laws. His nonviolent, non-drug-related offense resulted in a 12-year sentence, of which he served almost 10 years.
Witnessing the impact of incarceration on my daughter and our family fueled my passion for advocacy. Anyé’s remarkable resilience and courage shine through in her book (Teen Guide to Living With Incarcerated Parents), and her story continues to inspire me every day. Cedric’s strength and determination to rebuild after such adversity are equally motivating. Together, our experiences have shaped the heart and mission of MyFairyGodParents.org: to amplify the voices of families and children affected by incarceration and to advocate for systemic change.
We are honored to announce that MyFairyGodParents.org has been invited to present at the International Coalition for Children with Incarcerated Parents (INCCIP) Conference 2025 in Seoul, South Korea. This is a pivotal opportunity to bring attention to the challenges faced by justice-impacted families and to showcase the innovative ways we are working to transform lives and communities.
Our Workshop: “Transforming Lives and Communities: A Family's Journey Through Incarceration and Beyond”
Our presentation will feature heartfelt stories and powerful insights from me, my daughter Anyé Young, and her father Cedric Young. Together, we’ll share:
- Personal journeys through the challenges of incarceration.
- The emotional and social impacts on families, particularly children.
- Strategies for building resilience and breaking cycles of incarceration.
Nearly 2.7 million children in the U.S. have experienced parental incarceration. These children face higher risks of psychological strain, antisocial behavior, and academic challenges. By supporting these children, we can help break the cycle of incarceration and build stronger, more compassionate communities.
Through our docuseries, For Kids Like Me, and our advocacy at the INCCIP Conference, we’re amplifying the voices of these children and working toward systemic change.
This once-in-a-lifetime opportunity comes with significant costs, and we need your support to make it happen. Our goal is to raise funds to cover:
- Airfare for three speakers.
- Hotel accommodations for four nights.
- Conference registration fees of $999 (for all three speakers if paid by April 30, 2025).
- Food and daily expenses during the event.
- Ground transportation for local travel.
- Professional videography to document the presentation and amplify its impact globally.
- Unforeseen expenses that may arise.
Transparency is our priority, and we are committed to keeping you updated on how your contributions make a difference.
Let’s Create Lasting Impact Together
Your support—whether through donations, sharing our story, or offering expertise—directly contributes to our mission. By helping us attend the INCCIP Conference, you’re empowering children of incarcerated parents and advocating for systemic change. Together, we can inspire hope, resilience, and solutions for stronger communities.
Thank you for believing in our mission and helping us transform lives!
Co-organizers (2)
LaDana Young
Organizer
Locust, NC
Anyé Young
Co-organizer