Full Disclosure with James O'Brien Baroness Lola Young: From foster care to the House of Lords
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Nov 29, 2024 Baroness Lola Young, a pioneering Member of the House of Lords and author of 'Eight Weeks: Looking Back, Moving Forwards, Defying the Odds', shares her inspiring journey from foster care to a life of purpose. She discusses the emotional challenges of navigating her identity amid complex family dynamics and trauma. Lola reflects on her school experiences, the impact of race, and the struggle for acceptance. Now a mentor and advocate, she emphasizes the importance of empathy and the quest for societal change through her work in the arts and politics.
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Eight Weeks
- Baroness Lola Young was placed in foster care with Daisy, an elderly white woman, at eight weeks old.
- She initially believed she was six weeks old, but later learned the truth from records.
Weight of Records
- Discovering records from one's time in foster care can carry significant emotional weight, even seemingly trivial details.
- These records can provide answers to long-suppressed questions about one's past and identity.
Early Awareness of Difference
- Lola Young realized early on that her situation was different due to her foster mother's presence at school events.
- She fantasized about being adopted, believing it would be a better situation.
