October 03, 2014
Seeds of Hope Gala San Diego: Empowering Refugee Children
The Seeds of Hope Gala San Diego took place at the iconic Hotel Del Coronado on Saturday, September 27, 2014. Hosted by Roads of Success in partnership with Life Without Limbs, this inspiring event celebrated the launch of a mentorship program for Iraqi refugee children and introduced a countywide anti-bullying campaign in San Diego schools.
How the Seeds of Hope Gala San Diego Supports Iraqi Refugees
Roads of Success is making a lasting difference in the lives of Iraqi refugee children in San Diego, many of whom have escaped the hardships of war in Iraq. As part of our commitment, we selected seven inspirational children and paired them with prominent San Diego government leaders. This initiative provides these children with valuable guidance and motivation to pursue their dreams.
Our mentorship program officially launched when two of our boys, Walleyed and Andrew, spent an afternoon with San Diego Sheriff Bill Gore. This is just the beginning of a larger mission. Together with our partners like Life Without Limbs, we aim to help Iraqi refugee children thrive in their new communities.
Celebrating Hope and Mentorship at the Seeds of Hope Gala San Diego
The Seeds of Hope Gala San Diego brought together key local leaders, including Mayor Kevin Faulconer, Sheriff Bill Gore, County Supervisor Rob Roberts, Congressman Juan Vargas, City Attorney Jan Goldsmith, and City Councilwoman Myrtle Cole. Each leader was paired with one of the seven children, offering mentorship and encouragement to help them achieve their goals.
At the event, the children received personalized gifts they had wished for, symbolizing the realization of their hopes and dreams. This moment was a powerful reminder of how mentorship and community support can positively impact young lives.
Fighting Bullying and Building Confidence
In addition to the mentorship program, the Seeds of Hope Gala San Diego highlighted a new anti-bullying campaign aimed at creating safer and more inclusive environments in San Diego schools. By addressing bullying and promoting acceptance, Roads of Success is helping refugee children integrate confidently into their new communities.
Get Involved with Roads of Success
Our mission doesn’t stop here. Roads of Success continues to support refugee children through education, mentorship, and community initiatives. Learn more about our work by visiting our community projects page.
To support anti-bullying efforts in San Diego, check out resources from the San Diego Unified School District. Donate Now!
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