Myracle Maijia

( She/Her)Michigan - 12 years of experience in foster care

Myracle Watkins is a 22-year-old youth advocate, podcast host, and the Lead Youth Specialist for Samaritas’ ILP Program of West Michigan. After spending 12 years in foster care, she now leads efforts to end youth homelessness—especially for those with lived system experience. As Chair of the Kent County Youth Action Board and a contributor to the AYA housing project, Myracle brings powerful insight and leadership to every space she enters.