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Crossover to Justice Project

Florida’s Children First is proud to introduce their new Equal Justice Works Fellow, Hasti Barahmand, sponsored by The Florida Bar Foundation and Greenberg Traurig, LLP.

 Hasti will be working on the Crossover to Justice Project assisting crossover youth with legal representation in dependency matters as well as unmet civil legal needs with an emphasis on educational services. She is housed in the Miami-Dade Public Defender’s Office – Juvenile Division, and will be representing crossover youth identified as requesting and in need of additional legal representation and liaising within the court system as well as administrative legal matters such as educational services, housing placements, and health care services.

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Mel De Miami

FYS Communications & Marketing Chair
(Miami)

Hi everyone!

My name is Mel and I’m 23. In the community support space, I’m known for strong communication, crisis navigation, and the ability to build trust with participants from diverse backgrounds. I consistently hold close partnerships with care coordinators, advocates, and local organizations to provide comprehensive and high-quality support. 

I specialize in creating structured tools such as educational guides, clear documentation, and life-skills resources that help youth better understand their needs, boundaries, and options.

Alongside my advocacy work, I have become an accomplished creative whose work spans digital design, visual content development, and storytelling. I design flyers, presentations, and multimedia pieces that bring clarity, culture, and visual impact to youth programming, community initiatives, and local events. My creative eye allows me to transform information into accessible and engaging visuals that resonate authentically with the communities I serve. 

I am proud to be a member of the 2025-26 Statewide Board as and lend my skills to Florida Youth SHINE in support of my peers and bringing changed for youth with homeless and foster care experience. 

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