Sometimes I worry that I dream too big. I realize this stems from being born into a situation of relative privilege compared to the majority of the world. With the American culture supporting my thoughts that nothing is unobtainable.
And sometimes those very same dreams transcend down to my assistants. I want them to have it all. To dream big and never think that because of where they came from, their family dynamic or their gender they are limited.
You all know the passion I have for our women's sports site scholarship program. We have had the opportunity to watch the dreams of these young women from the hardest of circumstances succeed.
One of our greatest stories is Caroly. We all remember the disappointment of being denied her Visa but she is continuing her education and right now she is finishing up her 3rd year of dental school. With her increased dental knowledge we have decided this semester that is was time for her to make the transition from medical assistant to dental assistant. Yes, that means she is no longer working with the community health site but with Dra. Vanesa Cepellan who runs Students International's dental site. We miss living day to day life with Caroly but are so excited for the opportunity she has to start putting into practice her education!
To fill the deficit of Caroly we have welcomed a new assistant, Loreidy Hernandez to work with us. She is studying psychology and is doing a great job of learning the role of medical assistant. Like Dianny, Caroly and Edely; Loreidy is part of the women's sports volleyball scholarship program and in exchange for working with us receives a college scholarship from supporters in the states. It is a privilege to continue mentoring these young women!
Please keep all of our girls in your prayers!! That we will continue to have gracious supporters embrace their education and future!! That they will continue balancing difficult home environments, work and their studies. And mostly, that they will see their self worth, value and their limitless potential.
If you are interested in helping to support our girl's education please click the link below!
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