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‘It’s overwhelming’ | 19-year-old from Peru reflects on loneliness of her immigration journey

Release Date: 2024-11-29
Media: WCPO
Summary: Mia Diaz, a 19-year-old from Peru, moved to the U.S. on a student visa to pursue her dream of becoming a lawyer. Now studying at Miami University, she faces challenges adapting to cultural differences and loneliness but remains committed to achieving her goals and appreciates the value of an American education.

Diaz receives support from Women Walking West, a nonprofit founded by George Sehi, who immigrated from Iran in 1975 and experienced similar struggles. The organization provides mentorship and community to foreign-born women pursuing education in the U.S., currently assisting 230 women from 58 countries. For Diaz, the group has been a crucial support system, inspiring her to become a lawyer and help others facing similar challenges.
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