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Stories of Change
IT TAKES A VILLAGE: What
Support Looks Like for the Youth
By Desire Sorrentini
There was a time when I thought I had to figure everything out on my own.
When I first became involved with Girl Vow, I was navigating the juvenile justice system while trying to imagine a future that felt uncertain. What I found wasn't just a program. I found people who believed in me before I fully believed in myself.
Girl Vow reminded me that healing happens in community. Through mentorship, workshops, and genuine support, I learned that asking for help is a strength, not a weakness. Every conversation, every opportunity, and every person who stood beside me helped me see that my story didn't end with my circumstances.
Today, I am focusing my studies on Mental Health. I also serve as a Youth Advocate on Girl Vow's Sexual Violence Prevention Team, giving back to the same community that once lifted me up.
All it took for me was one village to remind me that I can overcome hard things.
