Wynne's Story of Resilience

Hi, my name is Wynne. I'm an Administrative Assistant at the Starfish Project branch office.

Before joining Starfish Project, my life was in chaos.

As a young girl, I ran away from home and was deceived by a man who forced me into working at a brothel. I spent years there, with every penny I earned taken by the owner. My situation worsened when I was manipulated into using drugs during that dark chapter of my life.

It wasn’t until I was arrested and sent to a rehabilitation center that the weight of the shame I carried from that experience finally motivated me to find a way out from under the control of the brothel owner.

Not long after, a girl I knew from the brothels, who had escaped and was working at Starfish Project, introduced me to the organization.

Joining Starfish wasn’t an easy decision, but when I learned about their Day Care Program, I felt a sense of hope and excitement. That was when I decided to become part of this community that would go on to transform my life.

I’m incredibly grateful to have found a safe place for both my son and me.

What has had the greatest impact on my life, however, is the trauma training I received.

Through this training, I gained a deeper understanding of trauma and why certain situations would trigger feelings of helplessness, panic, and powerlessness. I’m now learning to accept myself and gradually fight against the weight of my past.

By confronting my trauma and focusing on healing, I am slowly starting to release the pain I’ve carried. This training had such a profound effect on me that it sparked my interest in psychology, and I began studying it.

This year, I earned my certification as a counselor, and I’m now able to support other women here at Starfish Project as well. I’m deeply grateful to Starfish Project for the opportunities it has given me through your purchases and support.

Starfish Project has opened doors for learning and growth, challenging me to push beyond my limits. It’s also brought me a wonderful group of patient, loving, and compassionate friends. I’m now working toward the company’s vision of seeing every woman valued.

I feel proud to be growing and thriving alongside other women, discovering our own strength and beauty.

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