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D'Mario Sowah - From Child Soldier to Renowned Fitness Trainer and Successful Gym Owner
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D'mario Sowah shares his personal story of overcoming adversity: As a young child, D'mario was kidnapped and forced to be a child soldier in Africa. He was eventually rescued and then moved to NY to live with his mother who later died from a tragic car accident. D'mario is now a successful owner of Strong Fitness gym in West Hartford, Connecticut a…
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Lt. Shachar - First Transgender Officer in the Israeli Defense Force
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Lt. Shachar talks about his experience as the first openly transgender member of the Israeli Defense Force.By Richelle
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Arthrogryposis - Tara Frey, Survivor to Thriver
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Tara Frey talks about her medical condition, arthrogryposis, and adjusting to her new prosthetic after having her leg amputated.By Richelle
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Faces of Homelessness - Homeless in Connecticut, Survivor to Thriver
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A panel of homeless people from Connecticut share their experiences at an event at the University of St. Joseph to raise awareness about homelessness. Also on the agenda is a representative from United Way who talks about programs they have to help those in need and a vigil to honor the victims of crimes against the homeless.…
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Cameron Knox, Growing up in Baltimore - Survivor To Thriver
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Cameron Knox, Bowie State basketball player/coach, shares his personal experience of growing up in Baltimore. 2015 interview. Survivor to Thriver is a series of interviews with people sharing their personal stories of overcoming various struggles to become successful individuals.By Richelle
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