Ward of The State: A foster child searching to be seen. (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9798245282336)

Ward of the State is a gripping and deeply personal memoir by LaTisha Southward, chronicling her life as a child in the foster care system. From the moment she was labeled a "ward of the state," LaTisha's childhood was shaped by abuse, neglect, and the constant uncertainty of moving from home to home.

Through vivid storytelling, she shares the fear of being separated from her family, the struggles of surviving group homes, and the fleeting moments of hope when she encountered people who truly cared. As she aged out of the system, she faced the harsh realities of independence, carrying trauma and resilience into adulthood.

This book is a testament to survival, healing, and motherhood. It honors the experiences of foster youth, shedding light on the human cost behind social services and offering hope to those still navigating the system. Ward of the State is more than a memoir, it's a call to see and value every child who has ever felt invisible.