“I see at least one of EMAGES primary missions as providing culturally sensitive and appropriate counseling to their community in general, and to the African-American community most specifically. I was able to make a lot of professional connections in the social services and addiction studies field that I otherwise would never have found the opportunity to make. I’m just really grateful to have had that opportunity with EMAGES.” In addition to capturing her AAS, Ms.
Gutierrez is now also preparing to sit for her CADC (Certified Alcohol Drug Counselor) exam and is even more hopeful, positive and determined about her choice to give back to a field that has already given her much more than she expected. Personal challenges are a part of our human condition and all of our futures, unfortunately, will include our sometimes unfair share. Those who are there to share their compassion and to help us find a way through our darkest challenges are an invaluable social service when we most need that help. And this is perhaps one of education’s greatest gifts of all.
Stepping Forward
with EMAGES Because we need a little help in all our futures
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