Deplorable living environments, horrific abuse: Perhaps not all foster homes are hell on earth. Yet former foster child Margaret Iuculano — who was taken from her abusive, dysfunctional parents and put in Juvenile Hall, a revolving door of foster homes, a mental health facility, and lived on the streets — knows with certainty that too many foster homes are emotional and physical torture chambers.

A firsthand perspective as a former foster child, widespread knowledge, and an articulate, engaging manner make Margaret the perfect interviewee. She will reveal:

•    The shocking truth about life for the 500,000 kids in foster care in the United States.

•    Why so many children who turn 18 in foster care end up homeless.

•    How living in foster care is like being in the Federal Witness Protection Program or prison.

•    Why foster children (and others) who feel victimized are more likely to run into trouble— and stay in trouble.

•    How listeners can join forces to change the often devastating aspects of the foster care system.

CREDENTIALS: Margaret Iuculano was a foster child forced to grow up in a variety of appalling environments. As a teenager, Margaret found God, adopted a new attitude, and experienced a life-altering epiphany. She became a successful entrepreneur and is now a wife, mother, and committed advocate for children’s rights. Margaret wrote her memoir, MY GOD BOX, Parable of the Incorrigible Child (Penance Publishing, 2007) to share her story and empower others.

AVAILABILITY: Tampa area, nationwide by arrangement and via telephone
CONTACT: Margaret Iuculano, (813) 767-6545 (FL); penancepublishing@hotmail.com; www.margaretlano.com