Student Team Members

Student team member feature: Meet Kue! 👋​

​Raised in a Thai refugee camp, Kue's family fled Myanmar's turmoil. Her father was arrested when she was eight months old, never returning. 🚔​

​They arrived in Canada in 2007, facing language barriers and cultural adjustments. After graduating from Queen Elizabeth Secondary School in 2012, Kue worked part-time at Starbucks while studying at Douglas College. ☕📚​

​In 2018, she earned a social service work diploma and began supporting individuals with mental health challenges and older adults. Four years ago, she moved to Chilliwack to pursue a bachelor's in social work at the University of the Fraser Valley. 🎓​

​Kue is grateful to contribute to Ruth & Naomi's Mission, aligning with its mission and vision. Her passion for helping others stems from her own experiences, driving her to make a difference in the community. 🧡​

​Thanks for being here with us, Kue! We appreciate you! 🌟

Student team member feature: Meet Ana! 👋​

Ana's journey began at a rehabilitation center in Farmington, BC, where she witnessed firsthand the struggles of individuals battling addictions and traumas. This experience ignited her passion for helping others, particularly women. 🌟​

​"I enjoy working with all groups, but empowering women holds a special place in my heart," Ana shares.​

Ana recently graduated from the Mental Health and Addiction Care Worker program, further equipping herself to make a meaningful difference in her community. 🎓​

Thanks for being here with us, Ana! We appreciate you!

Student team member feature: Meet Rachel! 👋​

​Engaged with her community on various fronts, Rachel keenly observes the challenges faced in lives, community, and the world at large. 🌍​

​"For me, being part of the solution means first acknowledging the problem," she emphasizes. 🤝​

Rachel pursued the Mental Health and Addictions Care Worker course at Sprott Shaw College in Chilliwack, a journey that enriched her both personally and professionally. She eagerly anticipates applying her acquired skills, knowledge, and empathy in her new career path, viewing it as a calling from God. 🎓✨​

Graduating with honors, Rachel is now equipped to serve others as a compassionate professional and community advocate, aiming to offer support and inspiration to many. 🏅💬​
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Thanks for being here with us, Rachel! We appreciate you! 🌟