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Personal Mission Statement:

I will advocate for minority youth, native youth in particular. I believe youth can change statistics by having programs in place that motivate them, and give them opportunities to be healthy and active. Our leaders hold the key, through funding and education. I want to be an example to minority youth that no matter your age, you can change the world. Find a passion, set your goals high, and believe that you have within yourself what it will take to reach those goals. Be an advocate for yourself and your community. Every child needs to be told and to believe that they can achieve greatness. This is the goal of my outreach program. To be the voice that sends that message to minority youth.

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PERSONAL NOTE:

Native Americans are at a much higher risk of developing Diabetes. For this reason I must be twice as active as a non-native child, and even more vigilant in my eating habits. I currently practice 4-8 times a week, depending on the season, swimming an average of 200 laps per practice. However, I began with just one lap and have worked from there.

Story of the Crab:

Life for many Native youth can be like living in a big pot of crabs. When you try to climb out to a better life, the other crabs keep pulling you down. It may seem impossible that the crab will escape, but it can through its own strength.  When  a crab does escape, it  has two choices, run away or turn and help other crabs out to a better life.