Sarah honored and privileged to learn from those at her internship

Being an intern at the First Community Resource Centre is amazing, and it's only been a week.  I admit, I had some reservations at first given that I would be interacting with gangs and other at risk individuals in Hanover Park, but the people and programs involved are incredible.   Even though there are some language barriers as a result of my not understanding Afrikaans (although I am being taught new phrases every day), I have never felt so accepted and welcomed by a group of people before.  Those working at my internship are an actual family, who treat everyone with kindness, respect, and understanding, no matter a person's predicaments.  While my week consisted mainly of observing people's interactions and learning more about the numerous programs aimed toward bettering the community, I have learned so much.  I have learned what it means to see the best in people, in believing that there is good in all of us.  I have learned what it means to have the strength to defy the odds, of what is expected of you.  I have learned that through oppression, people have been broken, but others have risen, choosing a life where their goal is to raise others to their full potential.  I know I have yet to fully experience everything this program has to offer, but I am so excited about being a part of it.  From the CeaseFire boys, to Camp Joy, to the after school program, to the people of the community, I am honored and privileged to have the opportunity to work with all of them.  I can't wait to see what the rest of the weeks at my internship have in store!