“Profoundly Impacted” – Ms. Alexis’ Story

Why did you volunteer to work with the Le Flambeau Foundation ?   I eagerly volunteered with the Le Flambeau Foundation driven by my passion for enhancing the global black diaspora. I firmly believe that even the tiniest efforts can make a significant difference, and I saw the chance to make a meaningful contribution by supporting the mission of bolstering intellectual infrastructure in a country like Haiti.

 

What did you do and how was your experience?   I have been volunteering as a grader for about 2 years, working with youth in Haiti. The experience of directly engaging with the participants of THE SPARK of LF has been profoundly transformative. Each interaction with these motivated and driven participants has enriched my learning journey. Initiatives such as THE SPARK of Le Flambeau serve as beacons of hope, offering unwavering support and boundless motivation to all those who take part.

 

What did you find to be most rewarding?   The most rewarding session was the session I supported as a grader where we did an English-speaking session in the final week, in contrast to earlier sessions during which we judged their perspectives and the ability to express themselves via their English writing skills. Participants came to this special session engaged and enthused. This allowed me to see whose speaking skills corresponded with their written skills. It was also nice to get a better sense of the different personalities I interacted with as a grader. We had so much fun.

Overall, the most rewarding was the experience of working intimately with youth participants in Haiti during which I found each session to be not only inspirational but also one that revealed the remarkable grit, dedication, gratitude, potential, and life experiences that define them. Being part of the Le Flambeau Foundation community has been an absolute honor and privilege, allowing me to contribute, learn, and be profoundly impacted.