Reviews
Empowerment Through Legal Education
Our participants and collaborators share how education not representation has changed their relationship with the justice system. Each story reflects the Foundation’s mission: to equip self-represented individuals with clarity, confidence, and accountability in family and criminal law.
Professional Track Record
Our founder, Soraya Erickson, brings years of practical experience supporting clients and community members through legal education and document assistance across California, and Washington,
Her background includes family law, unlawful detainers, habeas corpus petitions, and estate planning all of which inform the Foundation’s trauma-informed and education-first model.
Family Law Education
San Diego, CA (2024)
“The Foundation helped me understand how to prepare and file my custody paperwork step by step. I no longer felt lost walking into court.”
– Parent Participant, Family Law Program
Volunteer Perspective
“Working with the Foundation reminded me how powerful education can be in changing lives. Every workshop gives people real hope.”
– Volunteer Legal Intern, MiraCosta College
Reentry Education Escondido, CA (2024)
“After release, learning about my rights and how to clear past records gave me a second chance to rebuild.”
– Returning Citizen Graduate
Partnership Impact
Law Library Collaboration (2025)
“Our collaboration with the Foundation has allowed patrons to access structured legal education that complements existing self-help services.”
– County Law Library Representative