Yadira, 17 years old, PA |

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Yadira is a resilient young woman who immigrated to the United States from a Latin American country at the age of 10, seeking a better future. Unfortunately, shortly after her arrival, she experienced abuse from her biological father and was forced to flee from the only caregiver she knew. Before leaving that environment, Yadira was not attending school because her father required her to work long hours on a vegetable farm to earn money for basic necessities such as food, books, and clothing. After escaping the abuse, she entered foster care, spending some time in a group home before finding stability with a loving foster family. Now a high school senior, Yadira has big dreams for her future. She hopes to attend college and pursue a career in nursing, becoming a bilingual nurse who can connect with and care for people across cultures—a truly remarkable goal.

Yadira dreams of having a pair of Ugg boots for the winter. She walks to school every day and admits she’s still adjusting to the cold Pennsylvania winters. A pair of Ugg boots would keep her warm and comfortable while also adding a stylish touch to her daily walks!