This video from BBC News shares the stories of Akira, 23, and her younger sister Charntay who were separated for 15 years. Akira was separated from her family by the care system for 15 years. Her younger sister Charntay was adopted abroad, whilst Akira remained in London.
Akira now sits on the Children in Care Council, helping young care leavers and finding ways to improve the system. The video follows their journey to be reunited.