At a young age, Alice was forced to move in with her older sister because her mom was unable to care for her. Conditions were difficult, and Alice’s older sister didn’t have a lot of resources to care for Alice’s needs. Thankfully, Alice was able to register with the Compassion center at her local church. When the unthinkable happened, and she became a victim of abuse by another relative, the center walked alongside Alice and her sister, providing the support they needed during this difficult time.
Despite these challenges, Alice stayed strong and didn’t lose hope. And at the Compassion center, she found safety and support. Today, Alice works as a tutor at the center she attended as a child, and she has the opportunity to mentor and encourage children who are much like herself. She says: “I am currently a teacher, and the feeling I have is of gratitude and the desire to reciprocate all the love [I received]. When I look at the girls, I see myself as the person who is there to advise them. I try to give them support.”