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Simone Biles?has achieved many awards and accolades throughout her career, thus making her country proud. Even after quitting?gymnastics?during the Tokyo Olympics, the champ hasn’t stopped being a fan favorite. Biles has always been a proud and loud foster child and has often participated in initiatives that cater to foster children across America.

Recently, she partnered with Axonius Life for their initiative ‘Friends of the Children’. This initiative aims to support foster children mentally and emotionally. Since Simone is the perfect role model for these children, she got on board to provide some support. And fans are overjoyed to see it.

Fans stress the importance of Simone Biles’ gesture

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As a part of the initiative, the star gymnast talked about the project in an Instagram post. She spoke about how she quickly adapted to changes since she had an incredible family to fall back on. However, not everyone has that privilege. Having a good family who would support an individual through thick and thin is difficult. That is where her project, in collaboration with Axonius Life, came into play.

 

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Fans were happy to see their idol working on projects that mattered. Christmas had arrived early for many of them on seeing this initiative. Comments like,?“That?s great to hear! I?m very proud of you! Merry Christmas Simone!”,?“Have a good Christmas and new?year?s”, and?“God?s bless you.

Merry Christmas to you and your family,”?rushed in as the star redefined the season of giving.

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One stressed the significance of the initiative and commented,?“We need this for real, thank you”.?While the others showered love on her and her decision, saying,?“You?re always smiling & that what i love about you”,?“Love u ma?star”, and?“Very WISE”.

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Biles’ openness about the foster care system

Having experienced the foster care system closely in The States, Simone Biles has always been open about?criticizing the cracks in the system. She talked about how tough it is to get through the process while preparing for a different life. As a child, it’s not easy to adjust at every twist and turn.

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The star also brought in the high expenses involved in fostering. The stipend provided may not be enough, and the process is emotionally challenging, too. Not to mention the various mental challenges that foster children go through throughout the process. Being one herself, the star has vowed to continue standing up for what she believes in, and this latest initiative is one such power move. What do you think about Simone’s latest initiative? Let us know in the comments.

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