professionally as she defied the status quo. In her line of work as an educator she is often
astounded by people’s reaction to investing in the education of children. “It’s amazing how
many people in the world do not want children to be educated.” In the face of opposition,
Carol endures through a demonstrated ability to tenaciously address such obstacles.
While visiting Freetown, Sierra Leone, Carol met with various government officials, the
Members of Parliament, State House, Education Ministry and Social Welfare, and Gender
Ministry to bring awareness to the issue of education and its impact on young girls. She was
introduced to the newly appointed Chairman of the Commission for Persons with Disabilities. After examining educational issues facing children and paying a visit to visually and
hearing impaired youth, she made a decision to include disabled children in her educational
mission.
Carol learned of the United Nations Conference on Disabilities and did what she does best.
She asked for an invitation to attend. Subsequent to attending, Carol was required to validate her work and qualifications. She was indisputably granted permission to be a part of
the delegation. This past July 2013, Carol attended the United Nations Conference on Disabilities. She participated in a forum along with other stakeholders to discuss
practical steps for the inclusion and participation of the disability
community.
Carol finds strength through her father who she recalls as the most important figure in her
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