The mission begins
Journey to Josiah was founded in Baltimore.
Journey to Josiah / Impact & resources
Stay informed.
Stay connected to the mission.
Explore the research, community stories, media, and resources behind more affirming support for 2SLGBTQIA+ young people.
Explore resourcesResearch context
Understanding the need
helps focus the work.
30.4%
of students living in foster care in a California study identified as LGBTQ.
A reason to build more affirming support.
The 2019 study analyzed California Healthy Kids Survey responses collected from 2013–2015. This finding describes that study’s foster-care group; it is not a current national estimate or a Journey to Josiah outcome.
Read the research · Pediatrics, 2019 ↗Education in action
The A.C.C.E.S.S. Framework™ has been introduced at the Morgan State University School of Social Work.
Participation matters
Institutions and supporters can help carry the work forward.
Workshop review
Learning that
connects with people.
“David is an asset to the adoption community. His knowledge, lived experience and passion make him an amazing speaker, trainer and resource.”
Partners & supporters
A mission strengthened
by connection.
Together with our partners and supporters, we work toward safer, more affirming communities for young people.
Media
Explore the story.
Keep the conversation going.
The Good Men Project
When Being the Strong Man Becomes Too Heavy
↗PEOPLEHow David’s adoption story inspired change
↗GMA3A Maryland father creates a nonprofit
↗WBAL-TV 11David’s journey to fatherhood
↗WEAAA conversation about adoption
↗WJZ / CBS BaltimoreAn adoptive father’s story
↗AFROFatherhood, family, and belonging
↗Listen & learn
The Journey
to Josiah
Podcast.
Conversations about adoption, foster care, family, and the people working to make a difference.
Find the podcast on your preferred platform through the organization’s listening directory.
Choose where to listenFeatured conversation
Foster care with Allison Clark
Allison Clark of Paths for Families joins David for a conversation about foster care policy, system gaps, and foster parenting.
Explore the episode ↗Events & resources
Keep learning.
Find your next connection.
Gather around the mission
Explore the Fourth Annual Gala and find event details and registration information.
Explore the galaUnderstand the landscape
Read the 2019 study on LGBTQ youth in foster care and unstable housing.
Read the studyBring learning to your team
Explore A.C.C.E.S.S. and discuss your institution’s training goals.
Explore training
Community gathering
4th Annual Gala
A celebration of National Adoption Awareness Month.
November 7, 2026 · 6–9 PM
Busboys and Poets · Columbia, Maryland
See the event page for registration and current details.
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The people.
The moments. The purpose.
