Founder & Executive Director
Traffickers increasingly recruit through social media and messaging apps — and foster children are disproportionately targeted for the sex trade. Our OrphanProgram is being built to teach foster youth how to protect themselves online, while training the foster parents and agencies around them to reinforce those lessons and spot warning signs early.
The curriculum is anchored by an original book series, Captain Giga and the Cyber Sweepers, where each book teaches kids one online safety lesson at a time. Each CyberKit will pair with a book as the series is completed.
This program is still in development.
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About Helen
It’s March 1966, and the sun is shining on a warm, beautiful South Carolina day.
And you see this little girl, this little toddler. She has her arms stretched out, and she’s running down the road, yelling, “Mommy! Mommy! I want my mommy!”
You look around, expecting this mommy to come running, grab this little girl, and hug her with one of those ginormous hugs that only a mommy can give.
But instead, you see a hearse up ahead, carrying the little girl’s mommy farther and farther away—out of the little girl’s reach, out of her life, and eventually, out of her mind.
The devastating effects of a violent, alcoholic father.
And at just three years old, this little girl became a domestic violence orphan.
Helen Ramaglia Payne, a former foster child and foster adoptive parent, is the founder of Fostering SuperStars, a nonprofit organization dedicated to improving the lives of foster children and families. With over 20 years of experience in the child welfare sector, Helen has a deep understanding of the challenges facing vulnerable children and is committed to making a difference in their lives.
Helen's vision for Fostering SuperStars is to create a world where every foster child has the opportunity to reach their full potential. Through her tireless work and dedication, she has inspired countless individuals to get involved and help create change in the lives of foster children.
Helen's work with Fostering SuperStars has earned her numerous awards and recognitions. In 2018, the White House named her a Champion of Change for her work in improving outcomes for children in foster care. She has also been recognized by the National Foster Parent Association and the National Adoption Center for her advocacy on behalf of foster children and families.
Helen is also an accomplished author, having published several books and articles related to child welfare, foster care trauma, and adoption. Her writing has been recognized for its clarity and practical advice and has been featured in numerous media outlets worldwide.
Under Helen's leadership, Fostering SuperStars has become a leading voice in the child welfare community. The organization advocates for policies and programs that can improve the lives of foster children and families. It provides a wide range of services, including support assistance, educational programs, and advocacy initiatives.
Helen Ramaglia is a dynamic and engaging speaker with a wealth of experience growing up in and aging out of the foster care system. Her presentations are known for their energy and practical insights. Helen’s talks are based on real-life experiences, and she is skilled at engaging audiences through storytelling and humor. Whether speaking to a small group or a large audience, Helen is able to connect with her listeners, leaving them 'captivated and memorized,' as one participant described.
If you are looking for a dynamic and experienced speaker who can inspire and motivate your audience, Helen Ramaglia is a perfect choice. Her journey is a testament to the power of individual action and dedication to making a difference in the lives of foster children.
Contact Helen@FosteringSuperStars.org for additional information or to book speaking engagements.
