At Risk Children Dance for Social Change

Have you heard that the sky is the limit for the dreams of boys and girls?

In the summer of 2022, Leah, a young and talented student full of motivation, joined the Enlaces Program. However, her journey had only just begun. As a member of a single-parent household, Leah brought with her a bag full of valuable experiences, thanks to the educational opportunities her mother tirelessly sought.

In Enlaces, her academic potential shone brightly, and with the support of her dedicated family, a journey was undertaken to seek opportunities aligned with her skills. That's when we received the news that the "She is an Astronaut" program was coming to Panama. We all knew that this was the opportunity Leah had been waiting for.

After a rigorous application and interview process, carefully guided by the psychosocial team at Enlaces, the exciting news arrived: Leah would be one of the 10 crew members on the "She is an Astronaut" expedition. This journey not only involved intensive classes in science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics (STEAM) but also culminated in her training with a visit to NASA in Houston.

Pride filled the hearts of everyone at Enlaces as they witnessed Leah achieve this monumental accomplishment. This success was not only the result of her own efforts but also the ongoing investment of her family in the pursuit of a better future through education.

Leah's story is not only inspiring but also serves as a powerful reminder of the importance of providing opportunities to talented boys and girls. Thank you for allowing us to continue being a platform for the takeoff of more dreams.