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The following are projects we have taken on that promote equality, tolerance, and kindness for women everywhere. We partner with and support organizations globally to spread our message.
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Our first project: The Power of Puzzles (COMPLETED)
Our second project: Stationary For Schooling (COMPLETED)
Our third project: Help For the Homeless #downtownwomensshelter (COMPLETED)
Our fourth project: Us Women Profiles #womensequality(COMPLETED)
Our fifth project: Chicago Alliance Against Sexual Exploitation Event Day #GiveTuesday (COMPLETED)
Our sixth project: Saving Face: Acid Attack Awareness #AAA (COMPLETED)
Our seventh project: Holiday Help For the Homeless (COMPLETED)
Our eighth project: Saving Face: Education Curriculum (ONGOING)
Our ninth project: #MONTHLALA (COMPLETED)
Our second project: Stationary For Schooling (COMPLETED)
Our third project: Help For the Homeless #downtownwomensshelter (COMPLETED)
Our fourth project: Us Women Profiles #womensequality(COMPLETED)
Our fifth project: Chicago Alliance Against Sexual Exploitation Event Day #GiveTuesday (COMPLETED)
Our sixth project: Saving Face: Acid Attack Awareness #AAA (COMPLETED)
Our seventh project: Holiday Help For the Homeless (COMPLETED)
Our eighth project: Saving Face: Education Curriculum (ONGOING)
Our ninth project: #MONTHLALA (COMPLETED)
"The Power of Puzzles (and more)" our first project (COMPLETED)
A few pictures that show some of the children playing with the volunteers of Mithuruwela. I am in the top right helping to build a puzzle with a 5 year old girl suffering from cancer
An inspiring story of a woman - Professor Rhyana Raheem - who has independently created a group that is changing the lives of children suffering with cancer.
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Background:
The summer of 2015, after my high school freshman year, I had the incredible opportunity to volunteer at an in transit hospital with children from the ages of 5-7 in treatment and rehabilitation for various stages of cancer. When I visited Sri Lanka, I wanted to see first hand the medical and health system in a developing country. A family friend introduced me to Professor Ryhana Raheem – an incredible lady who is herself a cancer surviver. She together with another breast cancer survivor have established a support group, Mithuruwela, to befriend those affected by cancer. Among the institutions Mithuruwela works with is the CCC House, a transit facility which provides a safe, clean home for patients receiving treatment at the National Cancer Institute. Ryhana helped me participate and observe some of the activities Mithuruwela carries out at CCC House. I was especially struck by their work with children from the ages of 2 through 17 suffering from various forms of cancer who are in treatment for radiation and/or chemotherapy. Most of these children come from poor families and homes located in remote villages. As treatment often involves long periods of time, the children had to stop schooling temporarily. Mithuruwela stepped in to provide enjoyable and educational activities for the children while they are away from school. Over the years Mithuruwela has realized that puzzles seem to be a favorite form of relaxation and enjoyment for the children- perhaps because they had never had the means to buy such toys. How This Project Relates to "From Their First Breaths" Cause: Mrs. Rhyana is an incredible example of the power women have if they are given the opportunity to pursue their passions. She is a role model for other women to aspire to be, as she has changed the lives of many children suffering with cancer and has inspired others to do the same. If more women are taught "From Their First Breaths" that they have the power to make major impacts in the world, intolerance and discrimination towards women can be eradicated. What We're Doing: As an extension of my volunteering, Mithuruwela requested that I send as many puzzles as possible for the children to play with. This may seem like a menial task, but simple puzzles are priceless gifts for children who have experienced extreme poverty. We are also fundraising to ensure that Mithuruwela receives support to grow its cause and continue to volunteer. We are collecting puzzles via donations. We will send them to Sri Lanka at the beginning of August so they arrive by October. How You Can Help Us: (CLOSED) This is where you can help me implement change and take action. As an extension of my volunteering in Sri Lanka, I am delighted to be able to continue to support Mithuruwela by fundraising for their cause. If you would like to help me transform the lives of many children who need your help, please consider sending a donation of any amount by reaching out to us by filing out the information on our contact tab. Additionally, if you would like to donate any gently used puzzles towards our "Power of Puzzles" project, please contact us. We greatly appreciate your contribution and will gladly keep you updated on the impact of your generous donation. Update: We finished our project strong, and collected over 35 puzzles given to us as donations that are being sent to children suffering with cancer in Sri Lanka to play with. If you would like to contact me personally, please email me by visiting the contact tab and filling out the information needed. |
"Stationary for Schooling"
our second project (COMPLETED)
What: We have partnered with the esteemed group Stop the Violence Campaign of the Sri Lanka Girls Guide Association who educate young people about gender equality, violence against children, and sexual and reproductive health and rights. They conduct workshops in rural and poor areas that educate girls on these issues.
Project: We have partnered with SLGGA to collect stationary items that will be used to support educational workshops conducted in Sri Lanka by the Stop the Violence Campaign of the Sri Lanka Girls Guide Association group. We are aiming to support two workshops in rural and underprivileged villages with 200 girls per workshop. We are in the process of collecting: -400 pens -400 small note books -40-60 white board markers -400 sheets of paper How You Can Help: If you have any unused stationary mentioned above that you'd like to donate to this cause, please contact us. |
Help for the Homeless our third project (COMPLETED)
US WOMEN #womensequality our fourth project (COMPLETED)
HanaSomething that I have done that I am proud of would be my hospital volunteer work. Over the summer I visited USC's hospital and was offered a volunteer position. I couldn't be more happy to help out and work there. Talking to the doctors and connecting with the patients is by far is one of the most special experiences I've ever had. I am proud of my volunteer work and I hope to continue it until I graduate.
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NishaHi, I'm Nisha, a recent graduate of Valencia High School and a soon to be UCLA Bruin! One accomplishment that I am very proud of was being the co-valedictorian of my class. It had always been a distant goal of mine, and I was so excited to see my hard work throughout high school finally pay off. Having the love and support of my family, friends, and peers made this accomplishment all the more special for me. It showed me that through dedication and persistence, any goal is attainable, no matter how unlikely it may seem.
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DaniellaI've been a ballet dancer for over 10 years. I have a huge passion for dance and it always been something I have turned to in times of darkness or joy. This past summer I received my Royal Academy of Dance Certification for Advanced Level Ballet which is an extremely hard level to reach. I hope to continue ballet and receive more accolades. I love ballet because contrary to what many think, it portrays women as very strong rather than weak- which I believe unfortunately exists in many aspects of today's society.
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EllieWhen I first joined Sports Medicine at Valencia, I never envisioned myself actually becoming a leader, although I always hoped I would. That was almost a year and a half ago. Then, this April, I was told I was going to become a grey shirt in the program. This means that I am now a student leader, and I am extremely proud of this. I worked so hard for so long and it finally paid off. This is one of my proudest accomplishments.
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SabiI have been swimming since I was 10 years old. I've tried a numerous amount of sports, but I've always gone back to swimming. Swimming has always been a part of me, and the pool is my second home. Even though I have a passion for swimming, I never gave it my full effort until last season. Before, I was so caught up on school I didn't give it my time and energy. But my coaches saw things that I couldn't see on my own. I went to practice every single day and pushed myself. After all my training, at scv finals I placed first and got a personal record.
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AngelaI'm Angela Pangan and I'm really proud of my musical accomplishments ♡ i didn't have a lot of confidence growing up and i used to be so terrified of speaking, let alone singing, in front of large crowds. fast forward to my teenage years, I've performed in some of the most awesome places and public speaking is now one of my greatest strengths♩♫♪♫
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IsabelleI am Isabelle. I am proud that others see me as someone trustworthy and kind to confide in- which I believe many people lack today. I have been a source of support for so many people and love helping others. I have a club that promotes body positivity and educates others about eating disorders- which I believe needs much more attention because I witness and I have felt negative body image. I believe character always trumps career.
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YeseulAs an intersectional feminist, I strongly believe in equality for all genders, sexualities, and races. Countless times, I've heard, "Oh, her tits are probably small because she's Asian" or "she's obviously smart because she has slits for eyes." Through various mediums, I strive to protect minorities and get involved in social movements, such as BLM. I'm a non-binary genderqueer person, and also a proud pansexual. The LGBTQ+ community has helped me realize my true identity and overcome the negative stigmas surrounding sexuality and that it's ok to stray away from cisnormative standards.
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MyraBecause she's Myra.
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KristinaI'm proud of getting into music at such a young age. When I lived in the Philippines at 6 years old, I chose to play the violin, and eventually singing, playing the guitar, and piano came into play. I've enjoyed traveling and performing all over the state with my choir and orchestra. We've performed at numerous colleges, shows in Los Angeles, and even Disneyland! I'm currently in the symphony orchestra at COC, as well as participating in Valencia's Women's choir, and I've never regretted deciding to join such an amazing family. Music has changed my life for the best of reasons, and I'm proud to say that I can be a part of something that has positively affected someone's whole life and put them into a good mood solely just by listening to the music I can offer and perform!
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GraceWhat I am most proud of is developing the ability to think by myself rather than blindly following what others say. I was raised to value intelligence over everything else. Until I was 13, I thought that intelligence was the most important aspect of life. But I realized that although education is important, the most important thing in life is who you are as a person. After that, I changed into the person I am today. Not many people notice the change, but the way I view the world around me is not the same anymore. In short, I am proud of myself because I know that I can think on my own and that I know what really matters in life.
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McKenzieI am proud of staying in ballet since the age of four. Ballet has led me to many opportunities and has taught me so much in life. I have received a prestigious certification from the Royal Academy of Dance after my 12 plus years of dedication. I love ballet because contrary to what many think, it portrays women as very strong rather than weak- which I believe unfortunately exists in many aspects of today's society.
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JeanI have never been the type of person to speak how I feel or stand up for myself and my ground respectively, but recently I have been working on doing so for the welfare of myself and I am proud of doing so. I want my example of becoming more confident in myself and my understanding of who I am to be an inspiration because I am proud of finally standing up for myself and so many women today are not confident to say what they want to say and later treated unfairly. Women also should be proud to speak their mind and be able to maintain their ground.
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CaterinaI'm really proud of the person I've become over the years. Starting high school, I wasn't sure what I wanted to do. By maturing and becoming more focused, I have found a passion for chemistry and plan to help treat others. My greatest achievement is creating my own path and following it. I hope to teach other women to do the same.
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KellyThe proudest thing I have done would probably be learning to love myself this year. It's such a simple virtue that takes time to understand, and this summer I was finally able to achieve it. I see the world so differently now, and I have learned to appreciate the blessings and people in my life. Nothing has ever felt so heart warming and it drives me to be the best and happiest person I can be. :)
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LesleyDuring my senior year I was taking four AP classes. Everyone told me that was too many and it would be too hard. Just before winter break I decided I was bored and I should add to my work, and so I bought a psychology textbook online and read the whole thing and took notes. I signed up for the AP exam and passed along with the rest of my exams, suck on that world.
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MckennaI have been volunteering in children's ministry at Real Life Church for over a year now and I'm proud of that. Being around elementary school kids every Sunday is a lot of fun and I feel lucky to lead them. All of the children are full of energy and great ideas and I love guiding them through life.
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NicoleI'm super proud of myself for being independent and getting my first job and saving up money! I want girls to know that a woman can be self reliant and doesn't need the support of a man to be successful. It feels good knowing I'm working hard for myself and my future :)
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HayleySomething that I'm proud of would be being a core team member for the Valencia High School TEDx event. It took almost a year of planning with countless hours of behind the scenes work that resulted in a great turn out and people all over the country watching it. I made lasting friendships and learned many new skills through this and I'm so proud to say I was apart of something so amazing.
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MakenaOne of the passions I've developed in my life is dancing. Over the 11 years I've devoting myself to this art form, I've never regretted a single moment. It has helped me so much in life- as an emotional outlet and as a place for me to grow immensely as an artist and person. I am so proud of my accolades I've earned and also the priceless lessons dance has given to me. I couldn't be more grateful.
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AngelMy name is Jenda Angelique Siao but everybody calls me Angel. Plain & simple, that's usually how I like things. This past summer I served as a Peace Ambassador in Okinawa, Japan where I shared both my culture and passions. I taught my classmates everything I know from English to handshakes to swimming. I truly gave Tomishiro Minami High School my heart (even my clothes). Ending my time there with a speech in Japanese and a song called "Make You Feel My Love" I left Okinawa knowing that I have opened new doors for my classmates and showed them a side of the world they've only seen in the movies. Through this experience I learned that broadening global perspective is the key to making the world a more peaceful place
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AdiraI am Adira, a senior at West Ranch High School. When I was thirteen years old I finally took initiative to follow one of my childhood dreams: to learn to tumble. Not long after my first day at the gym I fell in love with cheerleading, so I decided to join a team. I was so ecstatic that I would proudly say, to everyone who asked, that I was a cheerleader. I would get numerous looks of confusion -- no one ever expected a nerdy kid like me to take on a “popular girl’s” sport. Even some conservative parents who rolled into the gym worried about exposing their child to this non-traditional sport. Hence, an accomplishment that I value greatly is not allowing society’s stereotypes to alter my commitment and passion for the sport. I strive to continue exemplifying the fact that all the labels being thrown around should not dictate who should do what sport.
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SophiaMy proudest achievement is being a competitive gymnast. I have the opportunity to train in a sport that I love and contribute to a team that supports me and tremendously cares about one another. There is always something that I have to sacrifice in order to be at practice, but everyday is another chance that I get to challenge myself to new goals. As a competitive gymnast I have to work out about 22 hours a week which leaves far less time to get any homework and studying done. Even though it's a lot to endure both mentally and physically gymnastics has taught me time management, independence, and strength. I love that this sport has given the opportunity to be apart of something greater than myself and I would definitely not be the person I am today without it.
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SallySomething that I've done that I'm proud of is continuing to run cross country. Our team has had 4 head coaches in 4 years, giving no sense of stability or structure to our team. Such change has caused many of my friends to quit the sport and to stop running altogether. I also found myself struggling to improve and losing my passion for running, contemplating quitting like my former teammates. I'm proud of myself for not giving up. Even if I'm not the fastest athlete on the team, I'm proud of my self-improvement and my determination to keep getting better.
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MalissaI used to be really scared and unsure of who I was. I saw that in order for people to love you, you have to love yourself. I'm sure you've heard the expression "fake it till you make it" and that's exactly what I did. I'm really proud to be myself and I think having confidence has changed my life greatly.
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LilyOne thing I can say I'm proud of is being a vegetarian. I became a vegetarian when I was eight years old because I didn't like the thought of senselessly eating creatures that were living and feeling. I'm proud because I have stuck to being a vegetarian all these years. I hope to inspire others to take responsibility for the planet and their actions.
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LaurenHi! My name is Lauren Say. I am a senior attending West Ranch High School. I love meeting and making new friends. I always make sure that no one feels left out of anything. Whenever I notice that someone feels uncomfortable in a situation, I am as friendly as possible and try to get to know more about them. I love learning about people and sharing with others. I am proud of being an approachable, friendly woman.
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JanelleThis past year, a team of myself and a few other members from Vtv made a music video for the all American high school film festival. I co-directed the film with my friend Paige Miltenberger. After weeks of planning, shooting and editing, it all came together fantastically. It was such a great experience to work with such passionate and dedicated filmmakers. In august we were accepted as an official selection which means our film will play in New York Times Square at the film festival.The most important thing I’ve learned throughout this whole process is the importance to find something you love and hold on to it. There will be people who tell you that you can’t do certain things; for your gender, your race, you name it. There will be people who will tell me that I can’t possibly be a filmmaker because I am a girl, and girls just don’t make movies. The best thing that I’ve learned to do is find my voice, believe in myself, and prove them wrong
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YanneIt is really hard to grow up with people that think completely different from you & see things in a way that you don't. difficult but not impossible!!! For 10 years i have been vegetarian long before i even knew what was going on. i just woke up one day as a kid crying & realized i couldn't bring myself to eat another living being with a family & a heartbeat. A couple months ago i made that final decision to go full vegan, & since then i have spreading the word of veganism, showing others that this lifestyle isn't a hard one. Many people around me have also made that transition & have told me that since then they don't see things the same... they are happier & more compassionate to themselves & others. i travel & spread the word in hopes of changing the world, one person & one meal at a time.
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KatrinaHi, I'm Katrina. One of my proudest achievements has been learning to deal with my long stage of grief. Grief comes in many forms and each loss is different for everyone. I wasn't prepared for this outpour of sadness, but if there's one positive to losing someone you love, it's reminding yourself that their pain and suffering are over. I am proud of myself for turning a tragedy into a new beginning and learning to smile again. :) This I believe, "it's always darkest before the dawn."
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JennyGrowing up I was always very confident of my height... until high school. I became very insecure of being the 5'10 giant that everyone literally had to look up to. I always felt left out by my friends because all of them were noticeably shorter than me. But recently I discovered that beauty came from self-confidence. I'm still struggling to overcome my insecurities completely, but a step closer is better than nothing!
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AditiI'm proud of myself for keeping the grades that I have had so far. Even though they're far from the best, I've gotten mostly A's and that's good enough for me. I'm also proud of myself for taking AP and honors classes, and maintaining my grades in them. I'm glad that I decided to take prep courses and tutoring and summer school just to be a little ahead, especially since not many people do those things. Overall, I'm happy with how I'm doing academically. I believe that women are just as capable as men when it comes to education.
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ColleenSomething I am really proud of is being apart of ASB. I have been apart of ASB since elementary school and it has become such an important part in my life. I truly love having the opportunity to make my school campus a fun and excited environment, and to allow students to have fun and create lasting memories. I also have never been confident and ASB has helped me speak in a room of people and be proud to be a woman.
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ElenaOne thing I'm really proud of is getting a job at Summer Soul Surf Camp. A large part of gaining the job isn't just about how well you can surf, it's about your heart. The camp is all about loving each other and the ocean, and to have the owner ask me to join his staff made me so happy. Through surfing I've furthered my love for the ocean, for my life, and for the people who surround me, whether they are my family or the campers that come every week. Even when I'm not surfing, I try to spread love and good energy to everyone I'm around. I've had my lows and my highs but my love for the ocean and surfing has shaped me into the person I am today.
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AmyHi, I'm Amy, a senior at Valencia High School. One of my accomplishments is furthering the movement in body positivity, With society so absorbed in outer appearance today, there's an especially high pressure on women for the "ideal" body, looks, style, and even personality. Although I have personally struggled with body image issues in the past, I am now devoted to helping other girls achieve self acceptance for who they are, just as they are. That's why I help run a club known as Transparent Mirrors that advocates positive body image to bring healing to those who are in the same darkness I used to be in. I strive to be a pillar for my fellow community of strong women whenever needed now and in the future.
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GraceSomething I'm really proud of is becoming vegetarian. I feel like I'm not only doing something good for myself, but for the animals/environment around me. I always had considered myself an animal lover, but I feel like I never actually proved it to myself until I stopped eating meat. I want to inspire others to do the same.
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MitharaOne of my proudest achievements is learning how to forgive- forgiveness has also been one of my biggest obstacles. I truly believe that forgiveness is letting go of the hope that the past could've been different; Only then can we as humans move on and become better individuals to better the world and ourselves. Whether it is in regards to forgiving myself or others, this character trait is an ongoing process. I have learned through healing and empathizing with others that everyone deals with pain in their own way, and I can't judge someone else because they sin differently than me. It's hard, but I constantly remind myself that there is always good in EVERYBODY-- even in me.
ClaireI think I'm most proud of overcoming my battle with sexual assault and body issues. Although it's really hard to talk about, raising awareness for the girls who can't help themselves, not only in the United States, is very important to me. People throw around jokes about sexual assault all the time and it's just not okay. I'm proud of being a survivor of assault and I'm proud that I love myself despite massive hardships like that. It's so important for women to love themselves and I strive everyday to encourage self-love. I'm proud to be the happy, loving person today and I'm proud to encourage others to feel the same.
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LAURENI'm proud of giving shares at camps for my youth group, CFC-Y. At camps, there's Talks where we talk about a certain topic, and people give shares, which are personal experiences. I'm definitely not the most extroverted person. Even asking and answering questions in class makes my heart beat a little faster! Even so, I was able to share personal stories in front of a large group of people. I'm glad I was able to do it for a community that's dear to my heart.
I'm most proud of my loquaciousness. I am the kind of person that will break the ice, ask for the chef to remake my meal if I don't like it, and to stand up for myself and others. I love that I can make others feel welcomed even with just saying hi. I most proud of how I can speak up against a bully and for what is right. Many people today fear speaking up and standing up for themselves, fearing they will get judged or attracting unwanted attention. So I do it for those friends that can't or won't :)
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My name is Rachel, a senior at West Ranch High School. One thing I am proud about is my capacity to care and my passion for learning. Over the course of high school, I have learned more about social and global issues, and, in turn, changed the way I think and care about those in my community and in the world we live in. Last summer, I started a club called Beyond the Glass that raises awareness about child human trafficking and exploitation. In the entire process of constructing and writing about the problem in different blog posts, I have learned and am still learning about those affected by this issue. I want to continue to constantly learn and care about the world in hopes I make a difference in any way I can.
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Hey! My name is Shahar. I've always had a deep compassion for others and have felt genuine pain so tremendously when I see others suffering. I've consistently been a source of encouragement as well as shoulder to lean on for my friends and family, but I am even more proud that over the course of this year I've been working on extending that compassion to more and more people around me and to my community. Hopefully, through my new blog and club "Unheard Stories" I can create more awareness about our unknown and growing homeless population by sharing their stories. Through this I hope to promote compassion and ultimately help to provide the necessary the support to help people get back up onto their feet, leading a happy life.
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Chicago alliance against sexual exploitation #Givetuesday our fifth project
Sexual exploitation is a real problem in our country, and countless people you know care about it--whether they are students worried about college responses to rape, citizens who are distressed by the way the judicial system responds to perpetrators, or people moved by stories of survivors of sex trafficking--you don’t have to look farther than your social circles to find allies who care, and who would be excited to support the work that CAASE is doing every day.
CAASE is the Chicago Alliance Against Exploitation; They envision a community free from all forms of sexual exploitation, including sexual assault and the commercial sex trade. CAASE relies on the generous contributions of supporters in order to continue their work to fight sexual exploitation. All donations to CAASE go directly into the organization's work and operating expenses and are tax deductible to the full extent of the law. Every November, CAASE hosts a huge fundraiser through #GiveTuesday to receive donations from generous supporters. We have been honored to represent CAASE as a team captain for this #GiveTuesday.
How to Give, #GIVETUESDAY (November 29)
This year, #GiveTuesday is on November 29th. We have a team of 10 passionate and dedicated members who are reaching out to the community to collect our goal of $1000. If you would like to be apart of the change to end sexual exploitation, please consider donating to this cause by clicking the link below.
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CAASE is the Chicago Alliance Against Exploitation; They envision a community free from all forms of sexual exploitation, including sexual assault and the commercial sex trade. CAASE relies on the generous contributions of supporters in order to continue their work to fight sexual exploitation. All donations to CAASE go directly into the organization's work and operating expenses and are tax deductible to the full extent of the law. Every November, CAASE hosts a huge fundraiser through #GiveTuesday to receive donations from generous supporters. We have been honored to represent CAASE as a team captain for this #GiveTuesday.
How to Give, #GIVETUESDAY (November 29)
This year, #GiveTuesday is on November 29th. We have a team of 10 passionate and dedicated members who are reaching out to the community to collect our goal of $1000. If you would like to be apart of the change to end sexual exploitation, please consider donating to this cause by clicking the link below.
(Link will be up shortly)
the ftfb caase project team
Saving Face: Acid Attack Awarness #aaa
We have had the incredible oppurtunity to support the Atijeevan Acid Attack Foundation based in India in their endeavors to bring an end to acid attacks. Acid attacks “are the deliberate use of acid to attack another human being. The victims of acid violence are overwhelmingly women and children, and attackers often target the head and face in order to maim, disfigure and blind. Acid has a devastating effect on the human body, often permanently blinding the victim and denying them the use of their hands. As a consequence, many everyday tasks such as working and even mothering are rendered extremely difficult if not impossible” (Acid survivors trust international). Acid attacks damage all aspects of life- socially, economically, physically, and emotionally.
We have created an all inclusive brochure that teaches people everything about acid attacks women all around the world are forced to endure and learn how they can be apart of the change to bring an end to them.
Visit the Atijeevan Foundation here: http://www.atijeevanfoundation.org/
If you'd like a brochure made for your cause, please contact us
We have created an all inclusive brochure that teaches people everything about acid attacks women all around the world are forced to endure and learn how they can be apart of the change to bring an end to them.
Visit the Atijeevan Foundation here: http://www.atijeevanfoundation.org/
If you'd like a brochure made for your cause, please contact us
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HOLIDAY HELP FOR THE HOMELESS
In spirit of the holiday season, we have collected over 400 articles of clothing that will be donated to the Downtown Women's Shelter in Los Angeles. Some of the articles of clothing include: socks, shirts, sweatshirts, pants, underwear, skirts, dress pants, business casual and more. We have worked with the Downtown's Women Shelter previously (refer to our third project) and find that they are an organization dedicated to ensuring that women get back on their feet. We feel like clothing is one small step to help getting them there. Happy Holidays!
saving face education curriculum
Why do we use butterflies in our packets?
We believe that butterflies represent growth and transformation. We believe that education catalyzes both growth and inner transformation, and that the presence of butterflies on our pages represent this vision. |
Acid has a devastating effect on the human body, often permanently blinding the victim and denying them the use of their hands. Many women are forced to drop out of school because of the shame the scars bring as well as to work to pay for medical costs associated with the attack. As firm believers that everyone should be entitled to an education, we created free English language learning worksheets so the women affected by such horrific crimes would be able to have some avenue to furthering their education; this was in partnership with the established non-profit organization The Atijeevan Foundation. We have worked previously with the Atijeevan Foundation to make acid attack awareness brochures (refer to our sixth projects) Below, we have attached one of the worksheets we made. If you want something similar made for your cause, please contact us.
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Two examples of the worksheets we create. One is focused on diction and syntax; The other is on the FANBOYS rules.
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#MONTHLALA
Our main inspiration for this school supply drive is Malala Yousafzai. Malala graduated high school and turned 20 in July. To celebrate her life so far and help continue her campaign to provide quality, safe, and free education to everyone, FTFB made packages full of school supplies. We'll be sending them to an acid attack center in India and to girls in Sri Lanka who live in underprivileged areas and don't have access to such materials. They will be used in workshops conducted by the United Nations' "Stop The Violence" campaign, a campaign that focuses on educating women on their reproductive rights. Along with our other two previous school supply shipments, we have collected a total of 3800 units of schools supplies! If you want to donate notebooks, highlighter/pencil/pen/white board packages, used (but in good condition) elementary books, erasers, etc please contact us!