Meet Leah, Fenix Intern & Youth Advocate
At Fenix Youth Project, we believe young people deserve support from adults who truly care — people who lead with empathy, creativity, and intention. Today, we’re excited to introduce someone who embodies all of that and more: Leah Letterman, our Nonprofit Management Intern and Youth Resource Navigator.
Leah joined the Fenix team with a passion for community and a heart for service. She’s someone who steps into spaces with purpose, listens deeply, and shows up for young people in real, meaningful ways.
Why Leah Chose Fenix
“I’ve always had a passion for wanting to help people and be part of a mission that serves those in the community,” Leah shared. “The youth are our future — and if we can support them now, we’re investing in a brighter tomorrow for everyone.”
Leah believes in community care, and she brings a grounded, gentle energy to her work with youth. She understands that showing up consistently can change someone’s life.
If She Had a Superpower…
Leah says that if she could choose a superpower, she’d pick teleportation — a way to see the world, meet people across cultures, and stay connected to the communities she cares about.
This dream aligns beautifully with her reality: Leah will be studying abroad starting in January, expanding her worldview, exploring new cultures, and continuing to grow as a leader and advocate.
But before she heads out on her next chapter, she’s dedicating December to supporting local youth through resource navigation, housing connections, and goal-setting sessions.
Her superpower reflects exactly who she is — someone who wants to show up everywhere she’s needed, connect deeply, and carry what she learns back to her community.
Her Favorite Art Form: Poetry
Poetry is Leah’s current art love — the way words hold power, truth, healing, and connection.
“Poetry allows us to express the deepest parts of ourselves while offering healing, connection, and motivation.”
Her love for poetry fits right into Fenix’s mission — using art as a tool for transformation, expression, and reclaiming voice.
What Leah Brings to Fenix
As a Youth Advocate, Leah supports young people with:
housing navigation
mental health resource connections
school and job support
benefits and documents help
creative and personal goal-setting
She approaches every young person with compassion, patience, and a belief that they deserve safe, judgment-free support.
A Message From Leah
“I’m so excited to be a part of this amazing organization and to support youth wherever they are in their journey — especially before I begin studying abroad. I’m here to help however I can.”
And we’re just as excited to have her.
Your Story Matters – Want to Be Featured?
At Fenix Youth Project Inc., we’re creating space for youth to speak their truth.
We know there’s power in your story — even if you’re still in the middle of it.
We’re looking to highlight voices from the Lower Eastern Shore — youth who’ve overcome challenges, found creative outlets, or are just figuring things out day by day.
🎤 Want to be featured in a future blog, zine, or video?
We’ll work with you to share your story how you want — with your words, your art, or your voice.
📧 Reach out at info@fenixyouthproject.org or DM us on social.
We’ll support you every step of the way.
You don’t have to be “finished” or “perfect.” You just have to be real.
#FenixYouth #YouthVoices #LowerEasternShoreStrong
What Do You Need? We’re Listening.
At Fenix Youth Project Inc., we believe that youth voices matter.
Whether you're couchsurfing, staying with a friend, in a shelter, or navigating life on your own terms — your experiences deserve to be heard.
We want to connect with youth across the Lower Eastern Shore — Salisbury, Pocomoke, Crisfield, and every space in between.
👂 Take 3 Minutes to Tell Us What You Need:
We created a short, anonymous survey to help guide our programs and advocacy. It covers things like housing, support services, and mental health needs.
➡️ Click here to take the survey
(Or share it with someone who could use a safe space to speak up!)
🗣️ Your feedback will help shape resources, events, and conversations that actually reflect your reality. No judgment. Just action.
Let’s build something real — together.
#FenixYouth #LowerEasternShore #YouthVoiceMatters #HomelessYouthSupport