Dreaming Big and Thinking Differently to Empower Communities in Madagascar
Growing up in a community where most people relied on subsistence farming, Jean Fernando Randriamiajason (Class of 2018, Madagascar) was always encouraged to dream big, work hard, and help those he could. At EARTH, Fernando deepened not only his knowledge of agricultural sciences but also his ability to think critically and interact with others. He has incorporated all these lessons in a variety of sectors in his country, and he hopes to continue to keep building opportunities for his community.
A Young Woman Finding Her Life’s Purpose with Each Step Forward
For IGIHOZO Kauthar Sabrina (Class of 2029, Rwanda), studying and bettering herself has always been a way of life. At the age of 23, older than the average EARTH student, Sabrina’s maturity and clear-headed focus are evident when she speaks about going through an illness and moving to another continent to study, and about a mother who has always encouraged her children to do what they love. In honor of International Women’s Day we remember those who have advanced opportunities for women, and those like Sabrina, who are leading the next generation forward.
Turning Uncertainty Into Purpose: A Story of Resilience
After seven years of applying for scholarships while working to support her family, Maken Love Mallebranche (Class of 2027, Haiti) received the call that would change her life: news that she had received a full scholarship to study at EARTH. Hers is the story of a young Haitian woman who turned loss, waiting, and uncertainty into purpose.