The AIM Voices
Where stories rise, faith leads, and change begins
From the foster care system to the front lines of advocacy — these are the voices behind the movement.
The AIM Voices are authors, educators, parents, and believers who use their testimonies to inspire healing, unity, and purpose.
Together, we amplify the truth that every child deserves to be seen, heard, and valued.
Every voice has a story. Every story has power!
Every voice has a story. Every story has power!
Our Story
Angel In Me Incorporated was born from lived experience. From pain turned into purpose and silence turned into strength. What began as one story of survival has grown into a movement to ensure no child or adult impacted by foster care feels unseen, unheard, or unloved.
Our mission is simple: to create a safe space where stories can be told, healing can begin, and voices can rise. Through advocacy, faith, and community, we are reshaping how the world sees foster youth, not as statistics, but as survivors, dreamers, and leaders.
Angel In Me stands as a reminder that even the most broken beginnings can become powerful testimonies. This is our story and now, it’s time to tell yours.
Albert Ezell ~ Director
Albert Ezell is a husband, father of four, and proud veteran of the United States Air Force. As the owner of EZ Project Management and Vendor Services, he leads with integrity, discipline, and a passion for service. Albert continues his commitment to helping others through Angel In Me Incorporated, where he aims to inspire, encourage, and support youth in realizing their potential. He also serves in prison ministry, extending hope and mentorship to those seeking a second chance. His mission is simple yet powerful—to help deconstruct the “norm” and show every child that their future is bright, and they never have to walk alone.
Meet The Voices
Marie Ezell ~ Founder, Author, Speaker
“I am a living testimony.” Those words are more than a phrase for Marie Ezell — they are the story of her life. From surviving the foster care system to walking boldly in her calling, Marie’s journey is one of faith, perseverance, and purpose.
At just seven years old, she entered foster care and faced the kind of hardship that could have broken her spirit. Instead, God used her pain as preparation. Today, she is the founder of Angel In Me Incorporated, a faith-based nonprofit devoted to amplifying the voices of youth impacted by foster care.
Marie’s debut book, Unfostered, captures her powerful story in full — a journey from trauma to triumph that now fuels her mission to ensure no child feels unseen or unheard. Through AIM, she advocates fiercely for those navigating the same system that once defined her life, proving that being “unfostered” doesn’t mean being unloved.
Marie is a mother of four, a proud believer, and a relentless voice for restoration. Guided by faith, she continues to serve as a reminder that what the enemy meant for harm, God will always use for good.
Lucianna Swift ~ Board
Lucianna Swift is a proud mother of five and grandmother to one, whose heart for children drives everything she does. With over five years in the school system, she finds joy in nurturing and empowering young minds. Alongside her husband, she co-owns Swift & Company Design | Build, where teamwork and vision come to life. Grateful for the strong support system that shaped her own journey, Lucianna serves with Angel In Me Incorporated to help extend that same love and stability to families who need it most.ave to walk alone.
Judy McConnell ~ Secretary
Judy McConnell is a proud mom who affectionately calls her son her “unemployed best friend.” Known for her warm personality and her delicious homemade pound cakes, Judy brings both humor and heart to her work. Her decision to join Angel In Me Incorporated stems from a deep desire to confront the neglect faced by children in foster care and to help create a future where every child feels valued, supported, and safe.e and amplifying voices.
Latoya Ricks ~ Board
Born and raised in Austin, Texas, Latoya Ricks is a proud mother of three and a passionate advocate for youth and families. She believes that the foster care system must evolve to truly meet the needs of children and help them grow into healthy, supported adults. For Latoya, advocacy isn’t a solo effort — it’s a community mission rooted in compassion and accountability. She looks forward to the day when every child feels safe, valued, and included, because advocating for children means investing in the leaders of tomorrow.
Yan Searcy ~ Board
Dr. Yan Searcy believes that real change begins when we intentionally choose to be part of the solution. As the Dean of the College of Social and Behavioral Sciences at California State University, Northridge, and a former Director of an independent living program for teen mothers, he brings years of expertise in education, advocacy, and youth development. A husband, father, and lifelong educator, Dr. Searcy understands the power of strong support systems—especially for youth navigating the foster care system. He is honored to serve with Angel In Me Incorporated and contribute to its mission of restoring hope and amplifying voices.
Winter Ezell ~ Board
Winter Ezell is a proud mother of three and a dedicated educator who finds joy in helping children learn, grow, and thrive. Her passion for teaching and her belief that children should always come first led her to join Angel In Me Incorporated. Through her role on the board, Winter hopes to continue making a positive impact in the lives of children—reminding each one that they are worthy, seen, and capable of greatness.
Kyiva Beasley ~ Director
Kyiva Beasley is a passionate advocate whose life and work are rooted in compassion, resilience, and hope. Having experienced foster care and kinship placement firsthand, she brings both personal insight and professional strength to her advocacy for youth and families. Withover 15 years in the nonprofit sector and experience as a crisis counselor, Kyiva is dedicated to helping others find healing, stability, and belonging. She serves on the AIM board with a heart for equity and a belief that every person deserves to be seen, supported, and empowered to thrive.
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