Finding Our Voices Today
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S3E55 Edith Targonski: A Community Champion focused on being Multi-Tasking, Multi-Lingual, Multi-Cultural, Multi-Faceted & Multi-Skilled
Edith Targonski arrived to the United States from Peru when she was 19 years old. Her sister had arrived a few years before and she was so happy about being reunited with her, but unhappy to speak…
S4E13 Kelly Garcia - Starting Again- The Journey for an Immigrant to Earn Medical Credentials in the U.S.
Kelly Garcia arrived in the U.S. from Colombia during the Christmas season in 2023 after finishing medical school. With a devastating event that put her family in danger, she knew she had to change…
S4E12 Dr. Millie Hepburn - Preparing the Next Generation of Culturally Competent Nurses
Dr. Millie Hepburn is an Associate Professor in the Davis & Henley College of Nursing at Sacred Heart University in Fairfield, CT. Upon meeting Millie, you quickly feel her energy and enthusiasm…
S4E11 Sylvia Barchue - A Healthcare Leader with Vision, Focus & Compassion to Build Teams that Care and Patients that Thrive
When sitting with Sylvia Barchue, you instantly realize you are in the presence of a confident woman, a real go-getter. As a young girl, she knew she wanted to be a nurse. With her caring nature and…
S4E10 Fernando G. : Coming to America -The Journey of a Lifetime
Fernando Garcia left Honduras on foot at just 11 years old with his older cousin. Now, 13 years later he’s opening up about his journey and how it changed the trajectory of his life. He arrived to…
S4E9 Claudia Connor : Compassionate Leader & Global Activist
Claudia Connor is a deeply committed non-profit leader and activist sharing her passion and experience in this riveting interview. For decades, Claudia has held leadership positions with agencies…
S4E8 Krishna A. - Despite Uncertainty, She Continues to Persist!
Krishna arrived in the U.S. from Haiti just over 2 years ago full of hope, wonder and promise. With a temporary protected status she finally felt safe and ready to take on new goals and challenges to…
S4E7 Dr. Nupsie-flore Exantus: Resilience and Focus Builds Heart & Purpose for Haiti
Dr. Nupsie-flore Exantus moved from Haiti to the United States when she was in 6th grade at the age of 11. It was a cold Christmas Day when she arrived to join her two older sisters who were here…
S4E6 Joanne Jean - Navigating the Balancing Act Between Generations & Cultural Influence
Joanne Jean is a first-generation American whose parents emigrated from Haiti in the early 1990’s. In this first episode of our special series, Voices from Haiti, Joanne shares personal details about…
S4E5 Kathi Meding - Compassionate Service & Responsive to Community Needs
Kathi Meding is no beginner when it comes to service to others. In fact, her life has been embedded in finding agencies and a career that fits with her desire to help. In her years as a young mother…
S4E4 Edgar Bernabe - Balancing Two Worlds While Finding What Matters Most
Edgar Bernabe is a first-generation Mexican American who has been balancing between his cultural roots from his parents and his birthplace for his whole life. As the youngest of 3 children, he had…
S4E3 Michelle A. Nicholas - Leading with Grace & Building Community
Michelle A. Nicholas moved to the U.S. from her beloved native country, Guyana, in 2004. She shares the rich history and diversity of her homeland with deep pride and joy. The youngest of four…
S4E2 Divya Johnson: Finding True Self while Challenging Cultural Norms
Divya Johnson moved from India with her family when she was 13 years old and in 8th grade. This fragile time in an adolescent’s life can be challenging for anyone, even without having the reality of…
S4E1 Kerry Brodie for Emma’s Torch - Education & Training for Refugees Builds Community & Opportunity
Kerry Brodie, Founder & Executive Director of Emma’s Torch, is creating pathways for refugees and immigrants one plate at a time. Founded in 2016, Kerry made a dramatic career decision that would…
S3E15 Edith Targonski: A Community Champion focused on being Multi-Tasking, Multi-Lingual, Multi-Cultural, Multi-Faceted & Multi-Skilled
Edith Targonski arrived to the United States from Peru when she was 19 years old. Her sister had arrived a few years before and she was so happy about being reunited with her, but unhappy to speak…
S3E14 Rivca Zacharia - Fostering Everyday Empathy & Resilience as Cultivated from Her Personal Journey
Rivca Zacharia’s family moved from Israel to the U.S. in 1967 when she was just 6 years old. Traveling by ship, her family (father, mother and sister) arrived in Brooklyn on a cold and snowy February…
S3E13 Amr Hallaba - The Dealership of Life: A Story of Mentorship, Momentum & Meeting Goals
Amr Hallaba immigrated from Egypt in 1998 when he was just 16 years old joining his mother and sister who arrived before him. He stepped into his life in Georgia leaving behind all of his friends,…
S3E12 Mausumi Patra - Engaging in Community Programs & Resources Builds Leadership and Connection
Mausumi Patra moved from India in 2014 with her husband and her 3 year old daughter. Settling into her new city with her husband at work all day she knew she needed community and went out into the…
S3E11 Silvano De La Cruz - Finding Gratitude in Life and Love is the Key to Success
Silvano De La Cruz immigrated from Peru with his mother and sisters after his father had left 18 months prior, setting their life and future up for them in the U.S. The day his father left for his…
S3E10 Reverend Sara Smith, Esq. - Celebrating and Honoring Diversity with Programs and Resources for ALL
Reverend Sara Smith, Esq. has a history deeply rooted in service and hard work. Growing up in Kentucky and helping with her 1000 acre family farm, she isn’t afraid of getting her hands dirty. After…
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