Below is the transcript of Christina Cislak's speech at The Care Center's Annual Fundraising Party on May 15, 2025. My name is Christina Cislak. I am a 24-year-old mom of two. I was born with a rare condition called Hermansky Pudlak Syndrome that causes albinism and visual impairment. I am also a skilled artist, poet, and writer. Putting on My Crown I am here because I decided to take my … [Read more...] about Christina Cislak on Investing in Her Family’s Future
Student Writing
Julisa Deleon speaks about second chances, Plato, and studying while her ceiling caved in.
Julisa Deleon graduated from Bard Microcollege Holyoke in 2021. Today, she is the College Program Coordinator for the Microcollege, helping other women succeed in college and continue on to bachelor's degree programs and rewarding careers. Shortly after graduating, Julisa spoke at The Care Center's virtual fundraising party on June 6, 2021. Below are the video and full transcript of her … [Read more...] about Julisa Deleon speaks about second chances, Plato, and studying while her ceiling caved in.
Destiny on Balancing Motherhood and Education
Below is the transcript of Destiny's speech at The Care Center's 2024 Annual Fundraising Party: Good evening. My name is Destiny Bermudez. I am a 25-year-old mother, born and raised in the Bronx. I have a five-year-old daughter named Janylie. Often, I am torn between getting a better education for a better future or working to meet better living conditions. But I am not willing to accept a … [Read more...] about Destiny on Balancing Motherhood and Education
Shy’heema is Changing the Future
Below is the transcript of Shy'heema's speech at The Care Center's 2024 Annual Fundraising Party: Hello, good evening. My name is Shy’heema Reid. I am 22 years young and I'm a Taurus. I left school when I was 16 because of an incident in my life that made me lose myself. I am honored to be a mother to a beautiful baby girl, Jordyn. She saved my life. Looking into her eyes when she was born, … [Read more...] about Shy’heema is Changing the Future
