Ericka Francois After six years of leadership in foster care advocacy, Ericka François made history by helping Fair Futures become the first city in the nation to publicly support and champion NYC foster care youth up to age 26. Ericka is a dynamic and versatile communications professional with an extensive background in foster care advocacy. A proud alumna of SUNY New Paltz, Ericka holds a B.S. in Journalism and Science and brings a unique perspective shaped by her experiences. Currently serving as the Communications Coordinator at the Center for the Study of Social Policy and now a current fellow for Mission Partners, she is passionate about storytelling and driven to make an impact. Ericka aspires to pursue a career with a focus on uncovering and addressing social issues that matter.