Doris Mukangu says her East African upbringing has helped fuel her passion and vision to empower women.
The Kenya native says her political and cultural understanding of the many challenges women face, both on the continent of Africa and in the United States, has uniquely positioned her to create a safe space for women fleeing from backgrounds of trauma and violence.
“The passion is driven by being a woman of African descent, from growing up in a culture where opportunities are not as available. And then coming here and knowing there are so many opportunities available,” says Mukangu, 45.
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