YV Media: Share some of your writing journey with us. When did it become your profession? What advice would you give to someone seeking a career in writing? Kristina: According to my mother, I announced that I wanted to be an actress at age two. I held this dream of storytelling my entire life until I finally moved to LA right after college with my car packed to the ceiling. I enrolled in Meisner training and that acting foundation gave me a superpower I didn’t know I was ear

At Your Voice Media, we had the chance to chat with civil rights attorney & advocate Areva Martin to discuss the devastating impact ICE raids are having on immigrant families—especially those raising children with autism. Her powerful words highlight both the challenges and the hope found in community support. This feature is a call to stand together for dignity, stability, and justice for families everywhere.

Tia Gore’s journey from early mornings on a farm to the precision of film sets is a story of discipline, faith, and purpose. Through the U.S. Army and the film industry, she’s learned to lead with respect, focus on her mission, and trust in God’s plan. Her story inspires us to pursue our passions while staying true to ourselves and our calling.