February 5, 2024 • 66 mins
"Be the Difference for a Child: The Joan E. Ulsher Story"
Episode Description:
In this deeply inspiring episode of "Resilient Voices & Beyond," we sit down with Joan E. Ulsher, a figure of resilience, hope, and unwavering dedication to child advocacy. From surviving child abuse and navigating the challenges of foster care to serving as a beacon of light for countless children in the foster care system, Joan's life journey embodies the essence of making a significant difference in the lives of the most vulnerable.
Join us as Joan shares her remarkable story, chronicled in her new memoir, "Misplaced Childhood: A True Story of Resiliency and Child Advocacy." This episode is not just a narrative of overcoming adversity but a call to action, urging each of us to explore how we can contribute to the well-being and future of children in foster care.
Guest Bio:
Joan Ulsher's life is a testament to the power of resilience and advocacy. A retired U.S. Army Major, award-winning child advocate, and a San Antonio-based writer and philanthropist, Joan has turned her harrowing experiences into a force for good. Through her work as a Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) in Bexar County, Texas, and her hands-on DIY projects for children entering foster homes, Joan is a living example of how one person can truly be the difference for a child.
In This Episode, You'll Discover:
Episode Description:
In this deeply inspiring episode of "Resilient Voices & Beyond," we sit down with Joan E. Ulsher, a figure of resilience, hope, and unwavering dedication to child advocacy. From surviving child abuse and navigating the challenges of foster care to serving as a beacon of light for countless children in the foster care system, Joan's life journey embodies the essence of making a significant difference in the lives of the most vulnerable.
Join us as Joan shares her remarkable story, chronicled in her new memoir, "Misplaced Childhood: A True Story of Resiliency and Child Advocacy." This episode is not just a narrative of overcoming adversity but a call to action, urging each of us to explore how we can contribute to the well-being and future of children in foster care.
Guest Bio:
Joan Ulsher's life is a testament to the power of resilience and advocacy. A retired U.S. Army Major, award-winning child advocate, and a San Antonio-based writer and philanthropist, Joan has turned her harrowing experiences into a force for good. Through her work as a Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) in Bexar County, Texas, and her hands-on DIY projects for children entering foster homes, Joan is a living example of how one person can truly be the difference for a child.
In This Episode, You'll Discover:
- Joan's personal journey from a child abuse survivor to a champion for children in the foster care system.
- The inspiration behind her memoir, "Misplaced Childhood," and how it aims to illuminate the crucial role of CASA volunteers.
- Insights into Joan's multifaceted career, from her military service to her advocacy work, and how these experiences have shaped her mission.
- Joan's unique approach to supporting foster children through her DIY projects, including the story behind her 40th custom-painted dresser.
- How listeners can get involved and support children in foster care, inspired by Joan's example.
- Follow Joan on Instagram: @joan_ulsher
- Discover Joan's DIY projects and advocacy work on Pinterest: @joanakitas
- Learn more about Joan, her memoir, and how you can support Child Advocates San Antonio at www.joanulsher.com
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