By Chemi Chemi (Brooklyn, NY)
In just one day, SJP completed so
much amazing work. Even though we are all exhausted, I feel proud of how
productive we were. My favorite part of the day was the survey on Sikhism and
the relocation of the Princeton hospital. I had personally never heard of the
term Sikhism, and I realized that many New Yorkers aren’t aware of this
religion, which is tragic. I think the activity - with the help of my counselor
Mariya - developed my speaking skills, and also improved my professional manners,
because the way we present ourselves to interviewees is crucial.
Even after visiting Newsweek, The New York Times, and CNN, we
came back to Princeton and interviewed people in the neighborhood about issues
due to the relocation of the hospital. It made me realize that SJP could be the
voice for those who could not speak, and that we ourselves could be the change.
I thank Mariya for being so
understanding about the personal stories that I shared with her. She is amazing,
and just knowing that there is someone who can actually understand me makes me hopeful
for my dreams. I love her! I simply have no words to accurately describe my
enthusiasm for SJP. Thank you everyone, you all are the best.
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